Biology - Test 4 (choice questions)

Question 1

this group of nutrients includes sugars and starch

Answer 1

carbohydrates

Question 2

the minimum amount of sleep most preteens need each night

Answer 2

8 hours

Question 3

this group of drugs includes alcohol

Answer 3

depressants

Question 4

the thin, sticky film of bacteria that forms on teeth

Answer 4

plaque

Question 5

alcohol has the most noticeable effect on this organ

Answer 5

brain

Question 6

this is one hallucinogen

Answer 6

marijuana

Question 7

the layer of dead skin at the base of a nail

Answer 7

cuticle

Question 8

diseases caused by problems like improper nutrition,

Answer 8

noninfectious

Question 9

this group of drugs includes nicotine

Answer 9

stimulants

Question 10

the type of cardiovascular disease when the heart beats abnormally

Answer 10

arrhythmia

Question 11

the most powerful natural stimulant

Answer 11

cocaine

Question 12

the general term for a disease-causing organism

Answer 12

pathogen

Question 13

this group of drugs includes those derived from the opium poppy

Answer 13

opioids

Question 14

the drug commonly found in tobacco products

Answer 14

nicotine

Question 15

needed for the transport of oxygen in the blood

Answer 15

iron

Question 16

helps muscles move correctly and maintains water balance

Answer 16

potassium

Question 17

needed to absorb certain minerals; comes from sun exposure

Answer 17

vitamin D

Question 18

indigestible polysaccharide

Answer 18

fiber

Question 19

helps blood to clot

Answer 19

vitamin K

Question 20

promotes strong bones

Answer 20

calcium

Question 21

how a Christian can best learn about who God is

Answer 21

Bible reading

Question 22

the most important thing that you can do if a medical emergency

Answer 22

get help

Question 23

most appropriate first-aid treatment for bleeding arm

Answer 23

apply direct pressure

Question 24

first aid for a leg muscle injury

Answer 24

wrap the muscle with a bandage

Question 25

example of a fomite

Answer 25

car door handle

Question 26

this ingredient best explains why soft drinks are an unhealthy dietary choice

Answer 26

added sugar