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Explain how the balance of power between the three branches of the U.S. government prevents tyranny?

Each branch (executive, legislative, judicial) has distinct powers that can check the others, preventing any single branch from becoming too dominant.

Describe the significance of the Magna Carta in the development of modern legal systems.

It limited the power of the monarchy and established principles of due process and the rule of law.

How does the concept of supply and demand influence market prices?

When demand exceeds supply, prices rise; when supply exceeds demand, prices fall.

Explain the role of the Golgi apparatus in a eukaryotic cell.

<p>It processes and packages proteins and lipids produced by the endoplasmic reticulum.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the key differences between mitosis and meiosis?

<p>Mitosis produces two identical diploid cells for growth and repair, while meiosis produces four unique haploid cells for sexual reproduction.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does deforestation contribute to climate change?

<p>Reduced carbon dioxide absorption and increased release of stored carbon lead to a net increase in atmospheric CO2.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe the process of photosynthesis and its importance to ecosystems.

<p>Plants convert light energy into chemical energy, producing oxygen and glucose, which supports nearly all life on Earth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain how the concept of opportunity cost applies to decision-making.

<p>Opportunity cost represents the value of the next best alternative forgone when making a choice.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role do enzymes play in biochemical reactions?

<p>Enzymes act as catalysts, speeding up biochemical reactions by lowering the activation energy required.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do interest rates impact consumer spending and investment?

<p>Higher interest rates discourage borrowing and spending, while lower interest rates encourage them.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain the significance of the Battle of Gettysburg during the American Civil War.

<p>It was a turning point in the war, marking the Confederacy's farthest advance into the North and leading to their eventual defeat.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the principle of natural selection drive evolutionary change?

<p>Organisms with traits better suited to their environment survive and reproduce more successfully, passing on those traits to their offspring.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe the main functions of the kidneys in the human body.

<p>The kidneys filter waste from the blood, regulate blood pressure, and maintain electrolyte balance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does globalization affect cultural diversity around the world?

<p>It can lead to cultural homogenization through the spread of dominant cultures, but also promote cultural exchange and hybridity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain the concept of inflation and its effects on purchasing power.

<p>Inflation is the general increase in prices and fall in the purchasing value of money.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the key principles of the scientific method?

<p>Observation, hypothesis formation, experimentation, analysis, and conclusion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do plate tectonics contribute to the formation of mountains and earthquakes?

<p>The movement and collision of tectonic plates cause the Earth's crust to buckle and fold, forming mountains, and generate earthquakes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe the role of neurotransmitters in the nervous system.

<p>They transmit signals between neurons across synapses, enabling communication and control of bodily functions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the concept of scarcity influence economic decision-making?

<p>Because resources are limited, individuals and societies must make choices about how to allocate them to satisfy competing wants and needs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain the difference between renewable and non-renewable energy sources.

<p>Renewable energy sources can be replenished naturally over time, while non-renewable sources are finite and cannot be easily replaced.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

What is Paris?

The capital of France.

Who is William Shakespeare?

He wrote the play "Hamlet".

What is Au?

The chemical symbol for gold.

What is Mars?

The planet known as the "Red Planet".

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What is the Pacific Ocean?

The largest ocean on Earth.

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Who is Leonardo da Vinci?

He painted the Mona Lisa.

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What is the Japanese Yen?

The currency of Japan.

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What is Egypt?

Home to the Great Pyramid of Giza.

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What is 2?

The smallest prime number.

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Who is Albert Einstein?

He developed the theory of relativity.

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Study Notes

  • General knowledge questions cover a broad spectrum of topics

Sample Questions and Answers

Question 1: What is the capital of France?

  • Paris is the capital of France.
  • The Eiffel Tower and the Louvre Museum are famous landmarks in Paris.

Question 2: Who wrote the play "Hamlet"?

  • William Shakespeare wrote "Hamlet".
  • Shakespeare is considered one of the greatest writers in the English language.

Question 3: What is the chemical symbol for gold?

  • Au is the chemical symbol for gold.
  • "Au" is derived from the Latin word "aurum".

Question 4: Which planet is known as the "Red Planet"?

  • Mars is known as the "Red Planet".
  • Iron oxide on the surface of Mars causes it to appear red.

Question 5: What is the largest ocean on Earth?

  • The Pacific Ocean is the largest ocean on Earth.
  • Approximately 30% of the Earth's surface is covered by the Pacific Ocean.

Question 6: Who painted the Mona Lisa?

  • Leonardo da Vinci painted the Mona Lisa.
  • The Louvre Museum in Paris houses the Mona Lisa.

Question 7: What is the currency of Japan?

  • The Japanese Yen is the currency of Japan.
  • Â¥ is the symbol for the Yen.

Question 8: Which country is home to the Great Pyramid of Giza?

  • Egypt is home to the Great Pyramid of Giza.
  • The Great Pyramid was built during the Fourth Dynasty.

Question 9: What is the smallest prime number?

  • 2 is the smallest prime number.
  • A prime number is greater than 1 and has no positive divisors other than 1 and itself.

Question 10: Who developed the theory of relativity?

  • Albert Einstein developed the theory of relativity.
  • Einstein's theory of relativity revolutionized physics.

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