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Which of the following is an example of hardware?
Which of the following is an example of hardware?
- Software
- Keyboard (correct)
- Database
- Internet
Which of the following is NOT an example of hardware?
Which of the following is NOT an example of hardware?
- Operating System (correct)
- Hard Drive
- Motherboard
- Printer
Which of the following is an example of hardware that stores data?
Which of the following is an example of hardware that stores data?
- Hard Drive (correct)
- RAM
- Processor
- Monitor
Why do stars twinkle?
Why do stars twinkle?
What causes the twinkling effect of stars?
What causes the twinkling effect of stars?
Which of the following is NOT a factor that contributes to stars twinkling?
Which of the following is NOT a factor that contributes to stars twinkling?
Flashcards
Hardware example
Hardware example
A physical component of a computer system, like a keyboard.
Not Hardware
Not Hardware
Software programs, like operating systems, are NOT hardware.
Data storage hardware
Data storage hardware
A hard drive is a component of a computer that saves data.
Star twinkling reason
Star twinkling reason
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Twinkling cause
Twinkling cause
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Star twinkling factor (not)
Star twinkling factor (not)
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Study Notes
Hardware Examples
- Hardware refers to the physical components of a computer or electronic system.
- Examples of hardware include computers, keyboards, mice, printers, and monitors.
- Storage devices like hard drives, SSDs, and USB flash drives are specific examples of hardware that stores data.
Stars Twinkling
- Stars appear to twinkle due to the Earth's atmosphere impacting light from celestial bodies.
- The effect is caused by atmospheric turbulence, which refracts and scatters starlight before it reaches the observer’s eyes.
- Various atmospheric conditions, including temperature and density variations, contribute to the twinkling effect.
Non-factors in Star Twinkling
- Certain factors do not influence how stars twinkle; these may include the distance to the star or even the star's actual brightness as perceived from Earth.
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Description
Test your knowledge of hardware with this short quiz! Identify examples of hardware and determine which ones store data. See how well you know the different types of hardware in the digital world.
