Reproduction Flashcards
What are the three main branches of science covered in the Junior Cert curriculum?
Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.
True or False: The scientific method is a key component of the Junior Cert Science curriculum.
True.
Fill in the blank: The process of observing, hypothesizing, experimenting, and concluding is known as the __________.
scientific method.
What is the primary focus of Biology in the Junior Cert Science curriculum?
The study of living organisms and their interactions with the environment.
Which topic in Chemistry involves the study of elements and compounds?
Chemical Reactions.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a topic in the Junior Cert Physics curriculum? A) Energy B) Electricity C) Astronomy D) Psychology
D) Psychology.
What is the unit of measurement for force in the Junior Cert Science curriculum?
Newton.
True or False: The periodic table is an essential tool for studying Chemistry.
True.
What is the main purpose of conducting experiments in science?
To test hypotheses and gather data.
Fill in the blank: In Biology, the __________ is the basic unit of life.
cell.
Which gas is produced during photosynthesis?
Oxygen.
Multiple Choice: What is the pH scale used to measure? A) Temperature B) Acidity C) Density D) Volume
B) Acidity.
What is the law of conservation of mass?
Mass is neither created nor destroyed in a chemical reaction.
True or False: All living organisms are made up of cells.
True.
What is the role of enzymes in biological processes?
To speed up chemical reactions.
Fill in the blank: The __________ of an atom is made up of protons and neutrons.
nucleus.
What is the function of the respiratory system in humans?
To facilitate breathing and gas exchange.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a renewable energy source? A) Coal B) Solar C) Natural Gas D) Nuclear
B) Solar.
What is an ecosystem?
A community of living organisms interacting with their environment.
True or False: Gravity is a force that attracts two bodies towards each other.
True.
What is the main function of the circulatory system?
To transport blood, nutrients, and oxygen throughout the body.
Fill in the blank: The __________ is the powerhouse of the cell.
mitochondria.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a non-renewable resource? A) Wind B) Water C) Oil D) Biomass
C) Oil.
What is the difference between an acid and a base?
Acids donate protons (H+) while bases accept protons.
True or False: The Earth orbits around the Sun in an elliptical shape.
True.
What is the significance of the water cycle in nature?
It regulates climate and supports all forms of life.
Fill in the blank: __________ is the study of matter and its interactions.
Chemistry.
