Science Flashcards
Which of the following units is used to indicate length?
A. kg
B. l
C. s
D. m
D. m
What is the difference between a solid and a liquid?
A. Solids have a definite shape and volume while liquids have a definite volume but no fixed shape.
B. Solids have no definite shape or volume while liquids have a definite volume and take the shape of their container.
C. Solids and liquids have the same physical properties.
D. Solids have a definite volume but take the shape of their container while liquids have a definite shape
A. Solids have a definite shape and volume while liquids have a definite volume but no fixed shape.
Which of the following is a type of genetic mutation that involves the insertion or deletion of one or more nucleotides in a DNA sequence?
Frameshift mutation
Which of the following statements is true regarding vaccines?
A. Vaccines can cause the disease they are designed to protect against
B. Vaccines work by providing passive immunity to the individual
C. Vaccines work by exposing the individual to a weakened or inactivated form of the pathogen
D. Vaccines only provide protection against bacterial infections
C. Vaccines work by exposing the individual to a weakened or inactivated form of the pathogen
What is the difference between innate and adaptive immunity?
Innate immunity is present at birth while adaptive immunity is acquired after exposure to pathogens
What are the three types of salivary glands and where are they located in the mouth?
Parotid, sublingual, and submandibular glands
They are located in the roof of the mouth, cheeks, and under the jawbone, respectively
Which of the following substances is excreted by the kidneys to regulate blood pressure?
Renin
What is the chemical formula for water?
H20
A researcher collects data on the number of cars passing through a busy intersection at different times of the day for a month. This data would be most useful to analyze which of the following:
A. traffic patterns during rush hour
B. pedestrian movement during the day
C. Air pollution levels in the area
D. noise levels in the area
A. traffic patterns during rush hour
What is the largest organ in the human body by surface area?
Skin
Which of the following describes the function of ligaments?
Ligaments attach two bones
What is the difference between innate and adaptive immunity?
Innate immunity is present at birth while adaptive immunity is acquired after exposure to pathogens.
Which of the following is responsible for carrying amino acids to ribosomes during protein synthesis?
tRNA (Transfer RNA)
What are the steps involved in the scientific method?
Observation, hypothesis, prediction, experimentation, analysis, conclusion.
Which part of the respiratory system is responsible for regulate breathing rate and depth?
Diaphragm
What is the name of the dome-shaped muscle that plays a key role in breathing?
Diaphragm
What is the difference between a monosaccharide and a disaccharide?
Monosaccharides are simple sugars that cannot be further broken down into simpler sugars while disaccharides are composed of two simple sugars.
What is the role of calcium in muscle contraction?
Calcium is released from the sarcoplasmic reticulum to initiate the sliding of action and myosin filaments.
What is the role of the epididymis in sperm maturation?
The epididymis stores and protects sperm cells until ejaculation.
Which of the following is a function of the respiratory system?
Exchange of gases between the body and the environment
What is the difference between isotonic and isometric muscle contractions?
Isotonic contractions produce movement while isometric contractions produce no movement
What is the difference between innate immunity and adaptive immunity?
Innate immunity is present at birth and provides immediate, non-specific protection against pathogens while
adaptive immunity is developed over time and provides specific protection against particular pathogens.
Which of the following is NOT one of the four primary tissue types found in the human body?
A. Epithelial
B. Nervous
C. Connective
D. Exocrine glandular
D. Exocrine glandular
Which of the following describes the process of osmosis?
Movement of water molecules from an area of high concentration to an area of low concentration through a selectively permeable membrane.
Which of the following is a chemical property of a substance?
A. Density
B. Melting point
C. Boiling point
D. Reactivity with acid
D. Reactivity with acid
What is the difference between a physical change and a chemical change?
A physical change involves the change of one state of matter to another while
a chemical change involves the change of one substance into another.
During embryonic development, which of the following germ layers forms the nervous system?
Ectoderm
What is the primary pigment responsible for photosynthesis in plants?
Chlorophyll a
Which of the following is an example of an exothermic reaction?
A. Melting ice
B. Burning wood
C. Cooking an egg
D. Dissolving sugar in water
Burning wood
What is the function of ribosomes in a cell?
To synthesize proteins in the cell
Which of the following is an example of a double-blind study?
Both participants and researchers do not know which group participants are assigned to
What is the name of the hormone that regulates blood sugar levels in the human body?
Insulin
What is the name of the joint that allows for rotation of the arm at the shoulder?
Shoulder joint
What is the name of the valve that separates the left atrium and left ventricle in the heart?
Mitral valve