Science Flashcards

1
Q

The fluid in your mouth is called ______.

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Ans. Saliva

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2
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This is a long, twisting tube that runs from the mouth to the anus.

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Ans. Oesophagus

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3
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This is a thin membrane that vibrates when sound waves reach it.

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Ans. Eardrum

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4
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These are fluid filled tubes that loop around and they help us to maintain our sense of balance.

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Ans. Semicircular canals

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5
Q

This is the visible part of the outer ear.

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Ans. Pinnacle

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6
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This is the clear, dome-shaped tissue that covers the front of the eye.

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Ans. Cornea

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7
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This is a light-sensitive tissue that lines the back of the eye.

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Ans. Retina

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This transmits electrical impulses from the retina to the brain which then interprets what the eye is seeing.

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Ans. Optic nerve

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9
Q

People are born with how many bones?

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Ans. 270

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10
Q

This is also known as the collarbone.

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Ans. Clavicle

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11
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This is also known as the kneecap.

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Ans. Patella

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12
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This is molten rock that is found above ground after a volcanic eruption.

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Ans. Lava

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13
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These are rocks that are made up of tiny bits and pieces of broken down rocks, minerals and shells.

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Ans. Sedimentary rocks

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14
Q

________ means “change.”

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Ans. Metamorphic

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15
Q

An audible wave is also referred to as a ____________.

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Ans. Mechanical wave

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16
Q

This measures the intensity of sound.

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Ans. Decibel

17
Q

The respiratory system is sometimes referred to as the ___________.

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Ans. Ventilatory system