Gr 9 NATURAL SCIENCES: November Exam Easy
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What forms the central nervous system?

  • Brain and spinal cord (correct)
  • Sensory organs and nerves
  • Muscles and bones
  • Heart and lungs

    • What is the function of sensory organs?

  • To process information
  • To regulate body temperature
  • To transmit information to muscles
  • To collect information from the environment (correct)

    • How do neurons send and receive messages?

  • Through optical signals
  • Through mechanical waves
  • Through electrical impulses (correct)
  • Through chemical reactions

    • How do we feel sensations?

    <p>Through sensory receptors in the skin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the hypothalamus?

    <p>To regulate body temperature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can result from damage to the brain or spinal cord?

    <p>Paralysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a stroke?

    <p>A condition where blood flow to the brain is interrupted</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of a degenerative disorder?

    <p>Alzheimer's disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be affected by substance abuse?

    <p>Cognitive functions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of neurotransmitters?

    <p>To send signals across synapses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the ureters in the excretory system?

    <p>To transport urine from the kidneys to the bladder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common cause of kidney failure?

    <p>High blood pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the nervous system?

    <p>To transmit nerve impulses between different parts of the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the ureters?

    <p>To transport urine from the kidneys to the bladder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the inflammation of the glomeruli in the kidneys?

    <p>Glomerulonephritis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the bladder in the excretory system?

    <p>To store urine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How much urine can the bladder expand to hold?

    <p>300-500 ml</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the contraction of the bladder walls to expel urine?

    <p>Micturition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the hard deposits of minerals and salts that form in the kidneys?

    <p>Kidney stones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the urethra in females?

    <p>To transport urine from the bladder to the exterior of the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the central organ of the nervous system?

    <p>Brain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the genetic disorder characterized by the growth of numerous cysts in the kidneys?

    <p>Polycystic Kidney Disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step in the excretory process?

    <p>Filtration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of reabsorption?

    <p>To retain necessary nutrients and maintain fluid balance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the peripheral nervous system composed of?

    <p>Nerves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of secretion in the excretory process?

    <p>To regulate the body's pH and electrolyte balance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the spinal cord in the nervous system?

    <p>To transmit signals between the brain and the rest of the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does the final urine drain into?

    <p>The renal pelvis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the uterus?

    <p>To house and nourish a fertilized egg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the uterus thickens in preparation for potential pregnancy and sheds during menstruation?

    <p>The endometrium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process by which an egg is released from an ovary?

    <p>Ovulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does fertilization of the egg by sperm typically occur?

    <p>In the Fallopian tube</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical duration of the female reproductive cycle?

    <p>28-30 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the narrow tubes that connect the ovaries to the uterus?

    <p>Fallopian tubes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the reproductive system?

    <p>To produce sex cells and ensure the continuation of the species</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of ejaculation in males?

    <p>To release semen, which contains sperm, from the penis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the ovaries in the female reproductive system?

    <p>To produce ova and release them during ovulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common cause of infertility in females?

    <p>Blocked fallopian tubes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the fallopian tubes in the female reproductive system?

    <p>To connect the ovaries to the uterus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of puberty?

    <p>To produce gametes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the testes in the male reproductive system?

    <p>To produce sperm cells and testosterone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of Foetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS)?

    <p>Physical deformities and intellectual disabilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process by which a sperm cell combines with an egg cell?

    <p>Fertilization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process by which the lining of the uterus is shed through the vagina?

    <p>Menstruation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the pituitary gland in puberty?

    <p>To release hormones that signal the start of puberty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is endometriosis?

    <p>A condition in which tissue similar to the lining inside the uterus grows outside the uterus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the epididymis in the male reproductive system?

    <p>To store and mature sperm cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of prostate cancer?

    <p>Serious health consequences if left untreated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the vas deferens in the male reproductive system?

    <p>To transport mature sperm cells to the urethra</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the ovaries in females?

    <p>To release oestrogen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the uterus in the female reproductive system?

    <p>To support the development of a fertilized egg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common symptom of endometriosis?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process by which an ovary releases a mature egg?

    <p>Ovulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is understanding the reproductive system essential?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What triggers the growth of pubic and underarm hair in females?

    <p>Increased levels of oestrogen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the testes in males?

    <p>To produce sperm and the hormone testosterone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the tube that transports mature sperm from the epididymis to the urethra?

    <p>Vas deferens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the vagina in females?

    <p>To serve as a receptacle for the penis during sexual intercourse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the hormone responsible for the development of male secondary sexual characteristics?

    <p>Testosterone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the scrotum in the male reproductive system?

    <p>To regulate the temperature of the testes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the muscular tube that runs through the penis in males?

    <p>Urethra</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the ovaries in females?

    <p>To produce ova</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the hormone responsible for the development of female secondary sexual characteristics?

    <p>Oestrogen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What marks the ability to ovulate and potentially conceive in females?

    <p>Menstruation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the reproductive system?

    <p>To ensure the continuation of the species through sexual reproduction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the ovaries in the female reproductive system?

    <p>To produce ova and female sex hormones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the fallopian tubes in the female reproductive system?

    <p>To connect the ovaries to the uterus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process by which an egg is released from an ovary?

    <p>Ovulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does fertilization of the egg by sperm typically occur?

    <p>In the fallopian tubes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the epididymis in the male reproductive system?

    <p>To store and mature sperm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process by which the lining of the uterus is shed through the vagina?

    <p>Menstruation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the vas deferens in the male reproductive system?

    <p>To transport mature sperm to the urethra</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the uterus?

    <p>To support the development of a fetus during pregnancy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the testes in the male reproductive system?

    <p>To produce sperm and the male sex hormone testosterone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate length of each ureter in the human body?

    <p>25-30 cm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the nephrons in the kidneys?

    <p>To filter blood and remove waste products</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the process by which the bladder walls contract to expel urine?

    <p>Micturition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the renal tubules in the nephrons?

    <p>To reabsorb essential substances back into the bloodstream</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the urethra in males?

    <p>To serve as a passage for semen during ejaculation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the process by which the kidneys filter waste products and excess substances from the blood?

    <p>Filtration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the collecting ducts in the kidneys?

    <p>To funnel the final urine into the renal pelvis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the process by which the kidneys reabsorb essential substances back into the bloodstream?

    <p>Reabsorption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which sensory organ detects airborne chemicals and enables the sense of smell?

    <p>Nose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of ejaculation in males?

    <p>To release semen containing sperm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the hypothalamus in the brain?

    <p>Regulating body temperature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common cause of infertility in females?

    <p>Blocked fallopian tubes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of Foetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS)?

    <p>Intellectual disabilities and physical deformities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when blood flow to the brain is interrupted?

    <p>A stroke occurs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of puberty?

    <p>To develop the reproductive organs and produce gametes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of severe damage to the brain or spinal cord?

    <p>Paralysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is endometriosis?

    <p>A condition in which tissue similar to the lining inside the uterus grows outside the uterus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of olfactory receptors in the nose?

    <p>Detecting airborne chemicals and enabling the sense of smell</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the pituitary gland in puberty?

    <p>To release hormones that stimulate the sex organs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of neurotransmitters in the nervous system?

    <p>Sending and receiving impulses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of long-term substance abuse on the brain?

    <p>Permanent brain damage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of prostate cancer?

    <p>Urinary problems and infertility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the sensory organs in the nervous system?

    <p>Collecting information from the environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process by which the lining of the uterus is shed through the vagina?

    <p>Menstruation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the reproductive system?

    <p>To ensure the continuation of the species and pass on genetic material</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the cochlea in the ear?

    <p>Transforming sound waves into electrical signals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the developmental stage during which children's bodies mature into adult bodies capable of sexual reproduction?

    <p>Puberty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of Alzheimer's disease on the nervous system?

    <p>Progressive degeneration of the nervous system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the pituitary gland in puberty?

    <p>To stimulate the gonads to produce sex hormones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is responsible for the development of female secondary sexual characteristics?

    <p>Oestrogen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the scrotum?

    <p>To maintain the testes at a temperature of around 35°C</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the epididymis?

    <p>To store and mature sperm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the vas deferens?

    <p>To transport mature sperm to the urethra</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the urethra?

    <p>To carry both urine and semen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the vagina?

    <p>To serve as a pathway for menstrual blood and as a birth canal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of puberty in females?

    <p>The onset of the menstrual cycle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the testes in the male reproductive system?

    <p>To produce testosterone and sperm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of increased levels of oestrogen in females?

    <p>A widening of the hips and a more rounded body shape</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the uterus?

    <p>To house and nourish a fertilized egg until birth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the female reproductive system releases a mature egg each month?

    <p>The ovaries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does the fertilization of the egg by sperm typically occur?

    <p>In the Fallopian tubes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the lining of the uterus called?

    <p>The endometrium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the narrow tubes that connect the ovaries to the uterus?

    <p>Fallopian tubes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long does the female reproductive cycle typically last?

    <p>28-30 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the bladder in the excretory system?

    <p>To store urine until urination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can cause kidney stones to form in the kidneys?

    <p>Eating a diet high in minerals and salts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the inflammation of the glomeruli in the kidneys?

    <p>Glomerulonephritis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the spinal cord in the nervous system?

    <p>To transmit signals between the brain and the rest of the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the genetic disorder characterized by the growth of numerous cysts in the kidneys?

    <p>Polycystic kidney disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the ureters in the excretory system?

    <p>To transport urine from the kidneys to the bladder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the infection of the bladder, which is a type of urinary tract infection?

    <p>Cystitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the brain in the nervous system?

    <p>To interpret sensory information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can cause kidney failure?

    <p>Chronic kidney disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the nervous system?

    <p>To transmit nerve impulses between different parts of the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the ureters in the excretory system?

    <p>To transport urine from the kidneys to the bladder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process by which the body retains necessary nutrients and maintains fluid balance?

    <p>Reabsorption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the glomerulus in the nephron?

    <p>To filter waste from the blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the bladder in the excretory system?

    <p>To store urine until it is ready to be excreted</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the process by which the bladder walls contract to expel urine?

    <p>Micturition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the renal tubules in the nephron?

    <p>To reabsorb essential substances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the collecting ducts in the excretory system?

    <p>To funnel the final urine into the renal pelvis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the length of each ureter?

    <p>25-30 cm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the eyes?

    <p>To detect light and enable vision</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do neurons send and receive messages?

    <p>Through electrical impulses and neurotransmitters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the tongue?

    <p>To detect different flavors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of a broken neck?

    <p>Paralysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of olfactory receptors?

    <p>To detect airborne chemicals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the hypothalamus?

    <p>To regulate body temperature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of a degenerative disorder?

    <p>Alzheimer's disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can cause significant damage to the brain?

    <p>Drugs and alcohol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the auditory nerve?

    <p>To transmit sound signals to the brain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of a sensory organ problem?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to urine after it travels through the ureters?

    <p>It is stored in the bladder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the cause of kidney failure?

    <p>Chronic kidney disease, diabetes, and high blood pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the treatment for kidney stones?

    <p>Lithotripsy and surgical removal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the nervous system?

    <p>To transmit nerve impulses and coordinate body functions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the spinal cord?

    <p>To transmit signals to and from the brain and the rest of the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of glomerulonephritis?

    <p>Kidney failure and impaired blood filtration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the bladder?

    <p>To store urine until urination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the treatment for bladder infections?

    <p>Antibiotics and pain management</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the hard deposits of minerals and salts that form in the kidneys?

    <p>Kidney stones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the genetic disorder characterized by the growth of numerous cysts in the kidneys?

    <p>Polycystic kidney disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of ejaculation in males?

    <p>To release semen, which contains sperm, from the penis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of Foetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS)?

    <p>Serious birth defects in the unborn baby, including physical deformities, intellectual disabilities, and behavioral problems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of puberty?

    <p>To develop the reproductive organs and produce gametes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the pituitary gland in puberty?

    <p>To release specific hormones that signal the immature sex organs to start producing their own hormones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is endometriosis?

    <p>A condition in which tissue similar to the lining inside the uterus grows outside the uterus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the reproductive system?

    <p>To ensure the continuation of the species by producing gametes and fertilizing them</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is infertility?

    <p>A condition that makes it difficult or impossible for a couple to conceive a child</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of prostate cancer?

    <p>A serious condition that requires medical treatment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the ovaries in the female reproductive system?

    <p>To produce egg cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the fallopian tubes in the female reproductive system?

    <p>To connect the ovaries to the uterus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the female sex hormones produced by the ovaries?

    <p>Regulate the menstrual cycle and pregnancy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does fertilization of the egg by sperm typically occur?

    <p>In the fallopian tubes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the scrotum in the male reproductive system?

    <p>To regulate the temperature of the testes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process by which the lining of the uterus is shed through the vagina?

    <p>Menstruation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the epididymis in the male reproductive system?

    <p>To store sperm cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the vas deferens in the male reproductive system?

    <p>To transport mature sperm from the epididymis to the urethra</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the urethra in the male reproductive system?

    <p>To transport urine and semen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the fallopian tubes in the female reproductive system?

    <p>To transport the ova from the ovaries to the uterus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of implantation in the female reproductive system?

    <p>The fertilized egg is implanted into the lining of the uterus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the ovaries in the female reproductive system?

    <p>To produce ova and regulate the menstrual cycle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of oestrogen in females?

    <p>Development of female secondary sexual characteristics and regulation of the menstrual cycle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the scrotum in the male reproductive system?

    <p>To regulate the temperature of the testes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the urethra in males?

    <p>To carry both urine from the bladder and semen from the reproductive tract</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of puberty?

    <p>To initiate physical and functional changes that mark the transition from childhood to adulthood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the pituitary gland in puberty?

    <p>To initiate puberty by releasing hormones that stimulate the gonads</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of increased oil production during puberty?

    <p>Acne and changes in body odour</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the vagina in the female reproductive system?

    <p>To facilitate fertilization and support the development of a fetus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is testosterone responsible for in males?

    <p>Development of male secondary sexual characteristics and production of sperm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the epididymis in the male reproductive system?

    <p>To store and mature sperm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the uterus?

    <p>To house and nourish a fertilized egg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the lining of the uterus that thickens in preparation for potential pregnancy and sheds during menstruation?

    <p>Endometrium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of increased levels of oestrogen in females?

    <p>Widening of the hips and a more rounded body shape</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does fertilization of the egg by sperm typically occur?

    <p>In the Fallopian tubes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process by which an egg is released from an ovary?

    <p>Ovulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the narrow tubes that connect the ovaries to the uterus?

    <p>Fallopian tubes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long does the female reproductive cycle typically last?

    <p>28-30 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the bladder in the excretory system?

    <p>To store urine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main cause of kidney stones?

    <p>Concentrated urine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is glomerulonephritis?

    <p>Inflammation of the glomeruli in the kidneys</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the spinal cord in the nervous system?

    <p>To transmit signals to and from the brain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the nervous system?

    <p>To transmit nerve impulses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the genetic disorder characterized by the growth of numerous cysts in the kidneys?

    <p>Polycystic kidney disease (PKD)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the nerves in the nervous system?

    <p>To transmit signals to and from the brain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the brain in the nervous system?

    <p>To interpret and process sensory information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the inflammation of the bladder?

    <p>Cystitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the ureters in the excretory system?

    <p>To transmit urine from the kidneys to the bladder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the reproductive system?

    <p>To produce sex cells and ensure the continuation of the species</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does fertilization typically occur?

    <p>In the fallopian tubes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the epididymis in the male reproductive system?

    <p>To store and mature sperm cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the uterus in the female reproductive system?

    <p>To implant a fertilized egg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the process by which the lining of the uterus is shed through the vagina?

    <p>Menstruation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the vas deferens in the male reproductive system?

    <p>To transport mature sperm cells to the urethra</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process by which an egg is released from an ovary?

    <p>Ovulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the ovaries in the female reproductive system?

    <p>To produce and release ova</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the scrotum in the male reproductive system?

    <p>To regulate body temperature for sperm production</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the fallopian tubes in the female reproductive system?

    <p>To connect the ovaries to the uterus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which sensory organ detects airborne chemicals and enables the sense of smell?

    <p>Nose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of neurons in the brain?

    <p>To send and receive electrical impulses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of a broken neck damaging the spinal cord?

    <p>Paralysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the degenerative disorder that affects memory and cognition?

    <p>Alzheimer's disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the hypothalamus in the brain?

    <p>To regulate body temperature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of a stroke?

    <p>Permanent damage to brain cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of sensory receptors in the skin?

    <p>To detect pressure, temperature, and pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the process of converting light into electrical signals?

    <p>Seeing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of ejaculation in males?

    <p>To release semen, which contains sperm, from the penis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of substance abuse on the brain?

    <p>Impaired cognitive functions and memory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of Foetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS)?

    <p>Physical deformities, intellectual disabilities, and behavioral problems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the optic nerve?

    <p>To transmit electrical signals from the retina to the brain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of puberty?

    <p>To develop the reproductive organs and produce gametes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is endometriosis?

    <p>A condition in which tissue similar to the lining inside the uterus grows outside the uterus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the pituitary gland in puberty?

    <p>To release specific hormones into the bloodstream</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of prostate cancer?

    <p>A serious health condition that requires medical treatment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is infertility?

    <p>A condition in which a person is unable to conceive a child</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the reproductive system?

    <p>To ensure the continuation of the species and the passing on of genetic material</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common cause of infertility in females?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)?

    <p>Infections that are passed from one person to another through sexual contact</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the uterus in the female reproductive system?

    <p>To house and nourish a fertilized egg until it develops into a fetus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the female reproductive system releases a mature egg each month?

    <p>The ovaries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical duration of the female reproductive cycle?

    <p>28-30 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the narrow tubes that connect the ovaries to the uterus?

    <p>Oviducts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the ovaries in the female reproductive system?

    <p>To produce female sex hormones and store and release eggs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does fertilization of the egg by sperm typically occur?

    <p>In the Fallopian tube</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of oestrogen in females?

    <p>To regulate the menstrual cycle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of increased oil production during puberty?

    <p>Acne and changes in body odour</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the pituitary gland in puberty?

    <p>To initiate puberty by releasing hormones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the testes in males?

    <p>To produce sperm and testosterone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of body shape changes in females during puberty?

    <p>Widening of the hips and development of a more rounded body shape</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the scrotum in males?

    <p>To regulate the temperature of the testes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the urethra in males?

    <p>To carry both urine and semen, but not at the same time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the ovaries in females?

    <p>To produce oestrogen and ova</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of increased testosterone levels in males during puberty?

    <p>Muscle growth and changes in bone size and shape</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the vas deferens in males?

    <p>To transport mature sperm from the epididymis to the urethra</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the ureters in the excretory system?

    <p>To transport urine from the kidneys to the bladder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to essential substances as the filtrate passes through the renal tubules?

    <p>They are reabsorbed back into the bloodstream</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the bladder in the excretory system?

    <p>To store and expel urine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of the process of filtration in the excretory system?

    <p>Water, salts, glucose, amino acids, and waste products are filtered out of the blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the urethra in males?

    <p>To transport urine from the bladder to the exterior of the body and serve as a passage for semen during ejaculation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of secretion in the excretory process?

    <p>To fine-tune the body's pH and electrolyte balance by secreting additional waste products and excess ions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does the final urine drain into?

    <p>The renal pelvis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process by which the body retains necessary nutrients and maintains fluid balance?

    <p>Reabsorption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

    <p>To capture light energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of vacuoles in plant cells?

    <p>To store nutrients, waste products, and other substances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key difference between plant and animal cells?

    <p>Plant cells have a fixed, rectangular shape due to their rigid cell wall</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of plasmodesmata in plant cells?

    <p>To allow communication and transport between adjacent plant cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of lysosomes in animal cells?

    <p>To break down cellular waste and debris</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of peroxisomes in plant cells?

    <p>To break down fatty acids and detoxify harmful substances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary energy storage molecule in plant cells?

    <p>Starch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of microscope uses electrons for higher magnification and resolution?

    <p>Electron microscope</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the eyepiece in a light microscope?

    <p>To magnify the image</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the objective lenses in a light microscope?

    <p>To magnify the image</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the cell wall in plant cells?

    <p>To regulate the entry and exit of substances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary component of the plant cell wall?

    <p>Cellulose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organelle is responsible for photosynthesis in plant cells?

    <p>Chloroplasts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of thylakoids in chloroplasts?

    <p>To carry out light-dependent reactions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of chlorophyll in chloroplasts?

    <p>To absorb light energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following organisms have cell walls made of cellulose?

    <p>Plants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the cell wall in protecting plant cells?

    <p>To prevent mechanical damage and pathogenic attack</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between plant and animal cells?

    <p>Plant cells have a cell wall</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the diaphragm in a microscope?

    <p>To control the amount of light reaching the specimen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of mount is used for observing living organisms or aquatic samples?

    <p>Wet Mount</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of stem cells?

    <p>To divide and differentiate into various specialized cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of cells are long and spindle-shaped, specialized for movement?

    <p>Muscle Cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the process of cells specializing to perform distinct functions?

    <p>Differentiation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the hierarchy of organization in multicellular organisms?

    <p>Cells, Tissues, Organs, Systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of organisms can be seen with a microscope?

    <p>Unicellular Organisms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the coarse and fine focus knobs in a microscope?

    <p>To adjust the focus of the image</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the process of spreading a sample thinly across a slide and allowing it to dry?

    <p>Smear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of staining in preparing specimens for microscopic observation?

    <p>To enhance contrast and allow for better visualization of structures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the digestive system?

    <p>To break down food into small particles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component of the digestive system is responsible for absorbing water and salts from the remaining indigestible food matter?

    <p>Large intestine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the removal of undigested or unwanted particles from the body as feces through the rectum and anus?

    <p>Egestion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the pancreas in the digestive system?

    <p>To produce enzymes that break down food</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component of the digestive system is responsible for breaking down food into a semi-liquid substance called chyme?

    <p>Stomach</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the liver in the digestive system?

    <p>To produce bile that helps break down fat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the circulatory system?

    <p>To transport blood throughout the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the process of taking food into the body through the mouth?

    <p>Ingestion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the rectum in the digestive system?

    <p>To store feces until they are expelled through the anus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the exchange of gases, nutrients, and waste products between blood and tissues?

    <p>CAPILLARY EXCHANGE</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the largest artery in the body?

    <p>Aorta</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the open sores that develop on the lining of the mouth, esophagus, stomach, or upper small intestine?

    <p>Ulcers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for high blood pressure?

    <p>Hypertension</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the esophagus in the digestive system?

    <p>To move chewed food from the mouth to the stomach through peristaltic contractions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the muscular organ that pumps blood through the body?

    <p>Heart</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the disease that gradually replaces healthy liver tissue with scar tissue?

    <p>Cirrhosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the pathway by which blood circulates between the heart and the lungs?

    <p>Pulmonary circulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the process by which blood clots block one of the coronary arteries, stopping oxygen-rich blood flow to part of the heart?

    <p>Heart attack</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the disease characterized by an intense fear of gaining weight, leading to severe food restriction and starvation?

    <p>Anorexia nervosa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the frequent, loose, watery stools caused by various diseases or conditions?

    <p>Diarrhea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can cause a stroke?

    <p>A blockage in a blood vessel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the nasal cavity?

    <p>To warm, moisten, and filter the air</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the bronchi?

    <p>To divide into smaller bronchioles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs in the alveoli?

    <p>Gas exchange occurs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the diaphragm?

    <p>To contract and relax to change the volume of the thoracic cavity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is asthma characterized by?

    <p>Inflammation and narrowing of the airways</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the respiratory system?

    <p>To supply oxygen to the body's cells and remove carbon dioxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the trachea?

    <p>To conduct air from the pharynx to the bronchi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the pharynx?

    <p>To serve as a passageway for both air and food</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of brain cells dying within minutes of a stroke?

    <p>Loss of function controlled by the affected brain area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of lung cancer?

    <p>Smoking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the inflammation of the air sacs in one or both lungs?

    <p>Pneumonia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the brain?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the transmission of nerve impulses between different parts of the body?

    <p>Nerve transmission</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the basic functional units of the nervous system?

    <p>Neurons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the rapid, involuntary responses to stimuli?

    <p>Reflex actions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the spinal cord?

    <p>Transmitting neural signals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the infectious disease caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis?

    <p>Tuberculosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the nervous system?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the sensory organs?

    <p>Detecting external stimuli</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the nervous system?

    <p>To regulate various body functions to maintain homeostasis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of damage to the brain or spinal cord?

    <p>Loss of function, such as paralysis or cognitive impairments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the excretory system?

    <p>To remove metabolic waste products generated by the body's cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common health issue involving the nervous system?

    <p>Stroke</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the kidneys in the excretory system?

    <p>To filter blood to remove waste products and excess substances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a degenerative disorder that affects the nervous system?

    <p>Alzheimer's disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of substance abuse on the nervous system?

    <p>Irreversible brain damage, memory loss, and various mental health problems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the kidneys in regulating blood pressure?

    <p>To regulate blood pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary component of the plant cell wall?

    <p>Cellulose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of chloroplasts in plant cells?

    <p>Photosynthesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the cell wall in plant cells?

    <p>To provide structural support and protection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of thylakoids in chloroplasts?

    <p>To facilitate the light-dependent reactions of photosynthesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following organelles are found in plant cells but not in animal cells?

    <p>Chloroplasts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the cell wall in regulating the entry and exit of substances?

    <p>It regulates the entry and exit of substances in conjunction with the cell membrane</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a function of the cell wall?

    <p>Protein synthesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the composition of bacterial cell walls?

    <p>Peptidoglycan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the digestive system?

    <p>To break down food into small particles that can be absorbed into the bloodstream</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the muscular tube that moves food from the mouth to the stomach?

    <p>Esophagus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the stomach in the digestive system?

    <p>To break down food into smaller particles using gastric juices and enzymes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the digestive system absorbs water and salts from indigestible food matter?

    <p>Large intestine (Colon)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the process of removing undigested or unwanted particles from the body?

    <p>Egestion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for open sores that develop on the lining of the mouth, esophagus, stomach, or upper small intestine?

    <p>Ulcers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the liver in the digestive system?

    <p>To produce bile that aids in digestion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the process of taking food into the body through the mouth?

    <p>Ingestion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the long, twisting pipe-like structure that extends from the mouth to the anus?

    <p>Alimentary canal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the stroma in a plant cell?

    <p>To convert carbon dioxide into glucose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of vacuoles in plant cells?

    <p>To store nutrients and waste products</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the pancreas in the digestive system?

    <p>To produce enzymes that aid in digestion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between the shape of plant cells and animal cells?

    <p>Plant cells have a fixed, rectangular shape due to the cell wall, while animal cells are irregularly shaped</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of centrioles in animal cells?

    <p>To organize the mitotic spindle during cell division</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of plasmodesmata in plant cells?

    <p>To allow communication and transport between adjacent plant cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of lysosomes in animal cells?

    <p>To break down cellular waste and debris</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of peroxisomes in both plant and animal cells?

    <p>To break down fatty acids and detoxify harmful substances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the light microscope?

    <p>To magnify objects too small to be seen with the naked eye</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the electron microscope?

    <p>To observe the ultrastructure of cells and tissues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the eyepiece (ocular lens) in a light microscope?

    <p>To magnify the image</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the coarse and fine focus knobs in a microscope?

    <p>To adjust the focus of the image</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the diaphragm in a microscope?

    <p>To control the amount of light reaching the specimen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of microscope preparation is used for observing living organisms and aquatic samples?

    <p>Wet Mount</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process by which cells become specialized to perform distinct functions?

    <p>Differentiation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for cells that are capable of dividing and differentiating into various specialized cells?

    <p>Stem Cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of organism consists of a single cell that performs all life functions?

    <p>Unicellular Organism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the hierarchy of organization in multicellular organisms?

    <p>Cells, Tissues, Organs, Systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of epithelial cells?

    <p>To cover surfaces and protect the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of staining in microscope preparation?

    <p>To enhance contrast and visibility of structures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the circulatory system?

    <p>To deliver oxygen and nutrients to cells and remove carbon dioxide and waste products</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main component of blood?

    <p>Plasma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of muscle cells?

    <p>To contract and relax to enable movement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of pulmonary circulation?

    <p>To oxygenate the blood and remove carbon dioxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for high blood pressure?

    <p>Hypertension</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for a heart attack?

    <p>Myocardial infarction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the inflammation of the digestive system?

    <p>None of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of systemic circulation?

    <p>To deliver oxygen and nutrients to tissues and remove waste products</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the blood vessels that carry oxygenated blood away from the heart to the tissues of the body?

    <p>Arteries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the muscular organ that pumps blood throughout the body?

    <p>Heart</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for a stroke?

    <p>A blockage of the blood supply to part of the brain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main cause of lung cancer?

    <p>Smoking and exposure to radon gas, asbestos, and severe air pollution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is bronchitis?

    <p>Inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the nervous system?

    <p>To process and transmit nerve impulses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the brain divided into?

    <p>Cerebrum, cerebellum, and brainstem</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of sensory organs?

    <p>To detect external stimuli and send information to the brain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the transmission of electrical impulses from one neuron to another?

    <p>Action potential</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of motor neurons?

    <p>To send motor commands to muscles and glands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a reflex action?

    <p>An involuntary response to stimuli</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the spinal cord?

    <p>To transmit neural signals between the brain and the rest of the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is tuberculosis?

    <p>An infectious disease caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the respiratory system?

    <p>To supply oxygen to the body's cells and remove carbon dioxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the trachea in the respiratory system?

    <p>To conduct air from the pharynx to the bronchi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the diaphragm in the respiratory system?

    <p>To contract and relax to change the volume of the thoracic cavity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of brain cells dying due to a blockage in a blood vessel or a blood vessel rupturing?

    <p>Loss of function controlled by the affected brain area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the inflammation of the airways, causing difficulty in breathing?

    <p>Asthma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process by which oxygen is used to convert glucose and other nutrients into ATP?

    <p>Cellular respiration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the exchange of gases between the body and the environment?

    <p>Gaseous exchange</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the alveoli in the respiratory system?

    <p>To facilitate the diffusion of oxygen into the blood and carbon dioxide out of the blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of a stroke?

    <p>Loss of function controlled by the affected brain area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the bronchi in the respiratory system?

    <p>To conduct air from the pharynx to the lungs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the nervous system?

    <p>To regulate body functions to maintain homeostasis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of damage to the brain or spinal cord?

    <p>Loss of function, such as paralysis or cognitive impairments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the excretory system?

    <p>To remove metabolic waste products generated by the body's cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Alzheimer's disease an example of?

    <p>A degenerative disorder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the kidneys in the excretory system?

    <p>To filter blood to remove waste products and excess substances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can result from substance abuse?

    <p>Irreversible brain damage, memory loss, and various mental health problems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between the nervous system and the endocrine system?

    <p>They work together to regulate body functions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the kidneys in maintaining homeostasis?

    <p>To maintain fluid and electrolyte balance, as well as blood pressure regulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a coefficient in a chemical equation?

    <p>To show the number of molecules or atoms involved</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a subscript in a chemical formula?

    <p>To show the number of atoms of an element in a molecule</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of equation represents a chemical reaction using the names of the reactants and products?

    <p>Word equation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of balancing a chemical equation?

    <p>To accurately represent the conservation of mass</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the dulling or discoloration of metal due to a chemical reaction?

    <p>Tarnish</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the common term for iron oxide formed by the reaction of iron and oxygen?

    <p>Rust</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of equation uses submicroscopic diagrams to visually represent the reactants and products?

    <p>Picture equation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the representation of a substance using symbols for its constituent elements?

    <p>Chemical formula</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of a chemical reaction where one or more compounds are transformed into new compounds?

    <p>Chemical reaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the substances that undergo change during a chemical reaction?

    <p>Reactants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the force that holds atoms together in a molecule or compound?

    <p>Bond</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What level of representation involves observing substances and their changes with our senses?

    <p>Macroscopic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common characteristic of elements in the same group?

    <p>They have similar electron configurations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for a process in which substances are transformed into different substances through the breaking and forming of bonds?

    <p>Chemical Reaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following alkali metals is the most reactive with water?

    <p>Potassium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for a substance that undergoes change during a chemical reaction?

    <p>Reactant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the IUPAC naming system?

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    What level of representation uses chemical symbols and formulae to represent substances and the changes they undergo?

    <p>Symbolic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the suffix used to name a non-metal in a compound?

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    What is the level of representation that involves imagining or visualizing the particles that make up substances?

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    Which of the following compounds is an example of a Type 2 compound?

    <p>CO₂</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for a substance that is formed as a result of a chemical reaction?

    <p>Product</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the IUPAC name for the compound CO?

    <p>Carbon monoxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the IUPAC name for the compound N₂O₄?

    <p>Dinitrogen tetroxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the equation that represents the reaction between hydrogen and oxygen to form water?

    <p>2H₂ + O₂ → 2H₂O</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the chemical formula for the compound lithium fluoride?

    <p>LiF</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for a representation of a chemical reaction using chemical formulae?

    <p>Chemical Equation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the chemical formula for the compound iron sulfide?

    <p>FeS</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of representing chemical reactions?

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    What is the purpose of the naming rules in chemistry?

    <p>To differentiate between compounds with the same elements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the unique representation of the composition of a compound?

    <p>Chemical formula</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of atoms rearranging themselves during a chemical reaction?

    <p>Formation of a new compound</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the tool used in chemistry to organize all known elements in a systematic way?

    <p>Periodic Table</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the subscript in a chemical formula?

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    What is the characteristic of metals?

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    What is the arrangement of elements on the periodic table?

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    What is the symbol of an element usually derived from?

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    What is the purpose of chemical bonds?

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    What do the horizontal rows on the periodic table represent?

    <p>Periods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the unique name of an element?

    <p>Elemental name</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a balanced equation?

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    What is the purpose of changing coefficients during balancing?

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    What is combustion?

    <p>A type of chemical reaction where a substance combines with oxygen, releasing energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of iron reacting with oxygen?

    <p>The release of energy in the form of light and heat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is steel wool often used in experiments demonstrating combustion?

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    What is the purpose of balancing a chemical equation?

    <p>To ensure that the number of atoms of each element is the same on both the reactant and product sides</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an important rule to follow when balancing a chemical equation?

    <p>Modify the coefficients in front of chemical formulas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the reaction of iron with oxygen?

    <p>Combustion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the visual effect observed when iron or steel wool burns?

    <p>A bright orange spark</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of demonstrating the reaction of iron with oxygen?

    <p>To demonstrate the concept of combustion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is formed when metals react with oxygen?

    <p>Metal oxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the general word equation for metals reacting with oxygen?

    <p>metal + oxygen → metal oxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of coefficients in chemical equations?

    <p>To balance the number of atoms in the equation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the chemical equation for the reaction of calcium with oxygen?

    <p>2Ca + O_2 → 2CaO</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the word equation for the reaction of iron with oxygen?

    <p>iron + oxygen → iron oxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is rust?

    <p>A type of corrosion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary composition of rust?

    <p>Iron oxide (Fe_2O_3)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the gradual destruction of materials, usually metals, by chemical reaction with their environment?

    <p>Corrosion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for materials or coatings that prevent or slow down the formation of rust?

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    What is the alloy made primarily of iron and carbon, known for its strength and used in construction and manufacturing?

    <p>Steel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the common name for hydrated iron oxide?

    <p>Rust</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What accelerates the rusting process?

    <p>Moisture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of galvanization?

    <p>To provide a protective barrier against rust</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of rusting?

    <p>The functionality and longevity of metal structures are degraded</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is steel commonly used in construction?

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    What can be used to protect iron and steel from rusting?

    <p>Coatings</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    <p>To create rust-resistant alloys</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of corrosion in industrial areas?

    <p>The air becomes more corrosive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are materials like wood or aluminum preferred in corrosive environments?

    <p>Because they do not rust</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of chromium coating?

    <p>To provide a protective barrier against rust</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the byproduct of the combustion reaction of carbon with oxygen?

    <p>Carbon dioxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary application of the combustion reaction of carbon?

    <p>Generating electricity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the toxic gas produced when sulfur burns in oxygen?

    <p>Sulfur dioxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of galvanising with zinc?

    <p>To prevent rust and corrosion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the common term for the reaction of a non-metal with oxygen?

    <p>Combustion reaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the visual characteristic of sulfur burning in oxygen?

    <p>Blue flame</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the chemical equation for the reaction of carbon with oxygen?

    <p>C + O2 → CO2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of the reaction between non-metals and oxygen?

    <p>A non-metal oxide is formed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the importance of understanding the combustion reaction of carbon?

    <p>It helps in understanding the implications of global climate change</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of chroming metal?

    <p>To prevent rust and corrosion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the general equation for the reaction of a non-metal with oxygen?

    <p>Non-metal + oxygen → Non-metal oxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the general word equation for the reaction of non-metals with oxygen?

    <p>Non-metal + oxygen → non-metal oxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the benefit of the combustion reaction of carbon?

    <p>It releases a significant amount of energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the product formed when sulfur reacts with oxygen?

    <p>Sulfur dioxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of moisture and corrosive environments on rusting?

    <p>It accelerates the rusting process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of adding sulfur dioxide to dried fruits?

    <p>To preserve the fruit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the hazardous gas inhaled during sulfur mining?

    <p>Sulfur dioxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the chemical reaction where a substance reacts with oxygen to produce heat and light?

    <p>Combustion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the chemical equation for the reaction of phosphorus with oxygen?

    <p>4P + 5O2 → 2P2O5</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the compound formed when a non-metal reacts with oxygen?

    <p>Non-metal oxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of galvanised products?

    <p>To provide protection against corrosion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the product of the combustion reaction of iron?

    <p>Iron(III) oxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the systematic name of the compound H2O?

    <p>Dihydrogen monoxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the product formed when hydrogen reacts with oxygen?

    <p>Water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the reactant that combines with oxygen in the combustion reaction of magnesium?

    <p>Magnesium metal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the reaction of sulfur with oxygen?

    <p>S + O2 → SO2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the energy release observed during the combustion reaction of magnesium?

    <p>Heat and light</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the reaction between phosphorus and oxygen used to form?

    <p>Phosphorus pentoxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the oxide formed when phosphorus reacts with oxygen?

    <p>Phosphorus pentoxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is sulfur dioxide used for in wine production?

    <p>To preserve the quality of the wine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the surface area in the combustion reaction of iron?

    <p>To increase the reaction rate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the toxicity of sulfur dioxide?

    <p>It is not toxic in controlled amounts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the type of representation that shows the reactants and products of a reaction as particles?

    <p>Submicroscopic representation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the type of representation that shows the reactants and products of a reaction as substances?

    <p>Macroscopic representation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the word equation for the reaction of sulfur with oxygen?

    <p>Sulfur + oxygen → sulfur dioxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of systematic naming in chemistry?

    <p>To give a unique name to a compound</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the type of representation that shows the reactants and products of a reaction using chemical formulas and equations?

    <p>Symbolic representation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of safety precautions during the combustion reaction of magnesium?

    <p>To prevent accidents and injuries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the historical use of magnesium?

    <p>In photography to produce a bright flash of light</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the symbol for magnesium in the chemical equation?

    <p>Mg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are compounds made up of?

    <p>Two or more different kinds of atoms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a molecule?

    <p>A cluster of atoms bonded together</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a formula unit?

    <p>The smallest repeating unit in a crystal lattice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are elements made up of?

    <p>One kind of atom</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a diatomic molecule?

    <p>A molecule made up of two atoms of the same element</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is characteristic of the ratio of atoms in a compound?

    <p>Fixed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of a compound with a fixed ratio?

    <p>Water (H₂O) with a ratio of 2 hydrogen to 1 oxygen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What results from the combination of atoms in a compound?

    <p>A compound with unique properties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a compound?

    <p>A substance made up of two or more different kinds of atoms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a molecule?

    <p>A cluster of atoms of different elements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a formula unit in a crystal lattice?

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    What is an element?

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    What is a diatomic molecule?

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    What is the characteristic of the atoms in a compound?

    <p>They are combined in a fixed ratio</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of a compound that forms a crystal lattice?

    <p>Sodium chloride (table salt)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What determines the unique properties of a compound?

    <p>The ratio of atoms in the compound</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a coefficient in a chemical equation?

    <p>To indicate the number of molecules or atoms involved</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a subscript in a chemical formula?

    <p>To indicate the number of atoms of each element in a molecule</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of equation represents a chemical reaction using the names of the reactants and products?

    <p>Word equation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of equation uses submicroscopic diagrams to visually represent the reactants and products?

    <p>Picture equation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the number of atoms of each element being equal on both sides of a chemical equation?

    <p>Balanced</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for a representation of a substance using symbols for its constituent elements?

    <p>Chemical formula</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of the reaction between hydrogen and oxygen?

    <p>Water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a chemical equation?

    <p>To represent the reactants and products</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the type of reaction that occurs when alkali metals, such as lithium, sodium, and potassium, react with water?

    <p>Exothermic reaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the system developed by the International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry (IUPAC) for naming compounds?

    <p>IUPAC Naming System</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the dulling or discoloration of metal due to a chemical reaction?

    <p>Tarnish</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true about the unique names of compounds?

    <p>Each compound has a unique name to avoid confusion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for iron oxide, formed by the reaction of iron and oxygen?

    <p>Rust</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct order of elements in the name of a compound containing a metal and a non-metal?

    <p>Metal followed by non-metal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the suffix added to the second element in the name of a compound containing only non-metals?

    <p>-ide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the rule for determining the order of elements in the name of a compound containing only non-metals?

    <p>The element that is further to the left on the Periodic Table is named first</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the prefix used to indicate one atom of an element in the name of a compound?

    <p>mono-</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of chemical bonds in a compound?

    <p>To attract and bind atoms together</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct name of the compound with the formula CO₂?

    <p>Carbon dioxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the Periodic Table?

    <p>To organize all known elements in a systematic way</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct formula for the compound iron sulfide?

    <p>FeS</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct name of the compound with the formula LiF?

    <p>Lithium fluoride</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the chemical formula for water?

    <p>H₂O</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the arrangement of elements in the Periodic Table?

    <p>In order of increasing atomic number</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the subscripts in a chemical formula?

    <p>To indicate the number of atoms in a molecule</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the position of an element on the Periodic Table?

    <p>It helps identify the element as a metal, non-metal, or semi-metal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between water and hydrogen peroxide?

    <p>The number of oxygen atoms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is credited with proposing the original version of the Periodic Table?

    <p>Dmitri Mendeleev</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of a chemical formula?

    <p>To represent the composition of a compound</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the force that holds atoms together in a molecule or compound?

    <p>Bond</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the chemical symbol of an element?

    <p>It is a one or two-letter abbreviation of the element's name</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the level at which we can observe substances and their changes with our senses?

    <p>Macroscopic level</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process in which substances are transformed into different substances through the breaking and forming of bonds?

    <p>Chemical reaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the level that involves imagining or visualizing the particles that make up substances?

    <p>Submicroscopic level</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the representation of substances using chemical symbols and formulae?

    <p>Symbolic representation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the transformation of hydrogen gas and oxygen gas into water?

    <p>Synthesis reaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the equation that represents the reaction between hydrogen gas and oxygen gas to form water?

    <p>2H₂ + O₂ → 2H₂O</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the level that uses chemical symbols and formulae to represent substances and the changes they undergo during chemical reactions?

    <p>Symbolic level</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the transformation of substances into different substances through the breaking and forming of bonds?

    <p>Chemical reaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the product of the combustion reaction of iron?

    <p>Iron(III) oxide (Fe₂O₃)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the reactant present in the air in the combustion reaction of magnesium?

    <p>Oxygen (O₂)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the representation of a chemical reaction using chemical formulae?

    <p>Chemical equation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the device used to produce a brief burst of bright light to illuminate a subject in photography?

    <p>Camera Flash</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the energy released in the combustion reaction of magnesium?

    <p>Thermal energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the process of a magnesium atom combining with oxygen molecules to form magnesium oxide?

    <p>Formation of magnesium oxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the type of representation that shows the reactants and products as particles?

    <p>Submicroscopic representation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for the chemical equation of the combustion reaction of iron?

    <p>4Fe + 3O₂ → 2Fe₂O₃</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the reason for using fine steel threads in the combustion reaction of iron?

    <p>To increase the surface area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the reaction that involves the combination of a substance with oxygen, resulting in the release of energy?

    <p>Combustion reaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the observation when magnesium ignites?

    <p>It produces a bright white flame</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the general term for the substances that start a chemical reaction?

    <p>Reactants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the compounds formed when metals react with oxygen?

    <p>Metal oxides</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of balancing a chemical equation?

    <p>To ensure the number of atoms for each element is equal on both sides of the equation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the general chemical equation for Group 2 metals reacting with oxygen?

    <p>2M + O2 → 2MO</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for the oxide formed when sodium reacts with oxygen?

    <p>Na2O</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is rust primarily composed of?

    <p>Iron oxide (Fe2O3)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the gradual destruction of materials, usually metals, by chemical reaction with their environment?

    <p>Corrosion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process by which iron reacts with oxygen and moisture to form rust?

    <p>Rust formation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for materials or coatings that prevent or slow down the formation of rust?

    <p>Rust-resistant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the alloy made primarily of iron and carbon, known for its strength and used in construction and manufacturing?

    <p>Steel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reactant in the rusting process?

    <p>Iron</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following environments accelerates the rusting process?

    <p>Moist environments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of galvanization?

    <p>To provide a protective barrier against rust</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of galvanising iron with zinc?

    <p>To prevent rust by forming a protective layer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is stainless steel resistant to rust?

    <p>Because it is mixed with other elements, such as chromium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of the reaction between non-metals and oxygen?

    <p>A non-metal oxide is formed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of rusting on metal structures?

    <p>Decreased structural integrity and appearance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are materials like wood or aluminum preferred in corrosive environments?

    <p>Because they do not rust</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the general equation for the reaction of non-metals with oxygen?

    <p>Non-metal + oxygen → non-metal oxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of coatings in protecting iron and steel from rust?

    <p>To provide a protective barrier against moisture and oxygen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of chroming metal?

    <p>To prevent rust by forming a protective layer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the process by which iron reacts with oxygen?

    <p>Oxidation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of a galvanised product?

    <p>Galvanised panel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What accelerates rusting?

    <p>Moist or corrosive environments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of a balanced equation?

    <p>An equation where the number and type of atoms are the same on both the reactant and product sides</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is chromium used as a coating to prevent rust?

    <p>Because it does not react with oxygen in the same way as iron</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the chemical equation for the reaction of carbon with oxygen?

    <p>C + O2 → CO2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the rule for balancing chemical equations?

    <p>Change only the coefficients in front of chemical formulas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of protective measures in preventing rust?

    <p>To prevent moisture and oxygen from reaching the metal surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of not balancing a chemical equation?

    <p>The number of atoms is not conserved</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the word equation for the reaction of sulfur with oxygen?

    <p>Sulfur + oxygen → sulfur dioxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is combustion?

    <p>A chemical reaction where a substance reacts with oxygen to produce heat and light</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of a combustion reaction?

    <p>The reaction of iron and oxygen to form iron oxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of a non-metal oxide?

    <p>Carbon dioxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of balancing a chemical equation?

    <p>To ensure that the number of atoms is conserved</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the reaction of a substance with oxygen, releasing energy in the form of light and heat?

    <p>Combustion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the demonstration of burning iron in air?

    <p>To show the energy released during a combustion reaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of the combustion reaction of iron and oxygen?

    <p>Iron oxide and energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the inflammation of the glomeruli in the kidneys?

    <p>Glomerulitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the steel wool in the demonstration of burning iron in air?

    <p>To increase the surface area of the iron</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the product of the reaction between sulfur and oxygen?

    <p>Sulfur dioxide (SO2)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of sulfur dioxide in dried fruits?

    <p>To preserve the fruit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the chemical equation for the reaction of sulfur with oxygen?

    <p>S + O2 → SO2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the oxide formed when phosphorus reacts with oxygen?

    <p>Phosphorus pentoxide (P2O5)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the systematic name of the compound H2O?

    <p>Dihydrogen monoxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the product of the reaction between hydrogen and oxygen?

    <p>Water (H2O)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a type of oxide where the non-metal is combined with two oxygen atoms?

    <p>Dioxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the chemical equation for the reaction between phosphorus and oxygen?

    <p>4P + 5O2 → 2P2O5</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is sulfur dioxide used in wine production?

    <p>To preserve the quality of the wine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the health risk associated with exposure to sulfur dioxide?

    <p>Respiratory problems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the product of the combustion reaction of carbon with oxygen?

    <p>Carbon dioxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    <p>Non-metal oxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the reactant in the combustion reaction of carbon with oxygen?

    <p>Carbon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of combustion reactions, such as the reaction of carbon with oxygen?

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    What is the term for the chemical reaction where a substance reacts with oxygen to produce heat and light?

    <p>Combustion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the product of the combustion reaction of sulfur with oxygen?

    <p>Sulfur dioxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the combustion reaction of carbon with oxygen in power stations?

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    What is the reactant in the combustion reaction of sulfur with oxygen?

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    What is the visual representation of the combustion reaction of carbon with oxygen?

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    What is the pH range of strong acids?

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    What is the term for the reaction when an acid and a base combine to form a neutral solution?

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    What is the purpose of an indicator?

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    What is the pH of a neutral substance?

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    What is the term for the scale that measures the acidity or basicity of a substance?

    <p>pH Scale</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    What is the pH range of solutions formed from metal oxides in water?

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    What is the purpose of the universal indicator?

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    What is the product formed when a non-metal oxide reacts with water?

    <p>acid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the products of a neutralisation reaction?

    <p>Water and a salt</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the general equation for the reaction between an acid and a metal oxide?

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    What is the purpose of the experiment involving magnesium oxide and hydrochloric acid?

    <p>To demonstrate the reaction between an acid and a metal oxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the pH range of weak acids?

    <p>pH 4-6</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of the reaction between non-metals and oxygen?

    <p>Formation of non-metal oxides</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the importance of balancing chemical equations?

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    What does a strong acid have?

    <p>A low pH</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the product formed when sulfur dioxide reacts with water?

    <p>sulfurous acid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of indicators in acid-base reactions?

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    What is the term for the rain that contains high levels of sulfuric and nitric acid?

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    <p>pH value</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the universal indicator paper in the experiment involving magnesium oxide and hydrochloric acid?

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    What is the importance of systematic naming of compounds?

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    What is the general term for the compounds formed from the reaction between a metal and oxygen?

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    What is the step involved in writing reaction equations?

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    What type of equations help in understanding and representing the reactions of non-metals with oxygen?

    <p>Word equations, picture equations, and chemical equations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the general equation for the reaction between an acid and a metal hydroxide?

    <p>acid + metal hydroxide → salt + water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the product of the reaction between an acid and a metal carbonate?

    <p>salt, water, and carbon dioxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the universal indicator paper in the experiment?

    <p>To measure the pH of the resulting solution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the reactant in the reaction between hydrochloric acid and calcium carbonate?

    <p>Hydrochloric acid and calcium carbonate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the gas produced in the reaction between an acid and a metal carbonate?

    <p>Carbon dioxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the product of the reaction between hydrochloric acid and sodium hydroxide?

    <p>Sodium chloride and water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the steps to write reaction equations?

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    What is the role of the metal hydroxide in the reaction?

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    What is the primary role of a pharmacist?

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    What is the term for the reaction between an acid and a metal carbonate?

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    What is the main difference between a pharmacist and a chemist?

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    Where do pharmacists typically work?

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    What is unique about a pharmacist's education?

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    What is the main component of shells of marine organisms?

    <p>Calcium carbonate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process of adding lime to soil to increase its pH and provide a source of calcium?

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    What is the gas produced in the reaction between hydrochloric acid and magnesium?

    <p>Hydrogen gas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the general word equation for the reaction between an acid and a metal?

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    What is the role of a chemist?

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    What is the purpose of calcium carbonate in construction?

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    What is the source of calcium in dark green leafy vegetables?

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    What is the use of calcium carbonate in swimming pools?

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    What is the product formed in the reaction between hydrochloric acid and magnesium?

    <p>Magnesium chloride</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the pH range of strong acids?

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    What is the purpose of indicators in measuring acidity and basicity?

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    What happens when an acid and a base react to form a neutral solution?

    <p>They produce water and a salt</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the pH of a neutral substance?

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    What is the purpose of the pH scale?

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    What is the term for the reaction between an acid and a base?

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    What is the pH range of weak bases?

    <p>pH 8-10</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of universal indicators?

    <p>To change colors corresponding to the pH scale</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when a strong acid is mixed with a strong base?

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    What is the result of the reaction between an acid and a metal hydroxide?

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    What is the general equation for the reaction of an acid with a metal carbonate?

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    What is formed in the reaction between hydrochloric acid and sodium hydroxide?

    <p>Sodium chloride and water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the universal indicator paper in the experiment?

    <p>To measure the pH of the solution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the reactant in the reaction between hydrochloric acid and calcium carbonate?

    <p>Hydrochloric acid and calcium carbonate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the product of the reaction between hydrochloric acid and calcium carbonate?

    <p>Calcium chloride, water, and carbon dioxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the general equation for the reaction of an acid with a metal hydroxide?

    <p>acid + metal hydroxide → salt + water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of metal carbonates in acid-base reactions?

    <p>They react with acids to form salts, water, and carbon dioxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of balancing the chemical equation?

    <p>To ensure the number of atoms of each element is the same on both sides of the equation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the reactant in the reaction between sulfuric acid and potassium hydroxide?

    <p>Sulfuric acid and potassium hydroxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the product of the reaction between non-metal and oxygen?

    <p>Non-metal oxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of writing chemical equations?

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    What is the term for the measurement of acidity or basicity?

    <p>pH value</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the compounds formed when non-metals react with oxygen?

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    What is the purpose of using indicators in chemistry?

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    What is the importance of understanding the reactions of non-metals with oxygen?

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    What is the primary focus of a pharmacist?

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    What is the main difference in education between a pharmacist and a chemist?

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    Where do pharmacists typically work?

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    What is a key role of a pharmacist?

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    What is the key difference in workplace between a pharmacist and a chemist?

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    What is formed when a non-metal oxide reacts with water?

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    What is the general equation for the reaction between an acid and a metal oxide?

    <p>Acid + metal oxide → salt + water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the pH of a solution formed when a metal oxide is dissolved in water?

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    What is formed when a metal oxide reacts with an acid?

    <p>A salt and water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the universal indicator paper in the experiment?

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    What is the general reaction of an acid with a metal hydroxide?

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    What is the step to write a reaction equation?

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    What is the result of the reaction between hydrochloric acid and magnesium oxide?

    <p>Magnesium chloride and water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of metal oxides?

    <p>They are basic</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    <p>Acid-base reaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary component of shells of marine organisms?

    <p>Calcium carbonate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of adding lime to soil in agriculture?

    <p>To increase the pH level of the soil</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the product of the reaction between hydrochloric acid and magnesium?

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    What is the role of a chemist?

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    What is the result of the reaction between an acid and a metal?

    <p>Salt and hydrogen gas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of calcium carbonate in construction?

    <p>To make cement and building materials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the process of adding lime to soil?

    <p>Liming</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the product of the reaction between hydrochloric acid and magnesium, besides hydrogen gas?

    <p>Magnesium chloride</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is calcium carbonate found in?

    <p>Dark green leafy vegetables</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of calcium carbonate in swimming pools?

    <p>To increase the pH level of the water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is formed when non-metals react with oxygen?

    <p>Non-metal oxides</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of chemical equations?

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    What is the term for measuring the acidity or basicity of a solution?

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    What type of substances show whether a solution is acidic or basic?

    <p>Indicators</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the importance of understanding the reactions of non-metals with oxygen?

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    What are the characteristics and classifications of acids and bases?

    <p>Acids and bases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of acids?

    <p>Taste sour</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a base?

    <p>Bicarbonate of soda</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the pH of neutral substances?

    <p>Equal to 7</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of indicators in measuring acidity and basicity?

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    What is the result of mixing an acid and a base?

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    What is the pH scale used to measure?

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    What is the term for the reaction between an acid and a base?

    <p>Neutralisation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of strong acids?

    <p>pH close to 1</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the universal indicator?

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    What is the term for the products of neutralisation?

    <p>Water and salt</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the general equation for the reaction between an acid and a metal hydroxide?

    <p>acid + metal hydroxide → salt + water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is formed when an acid reacts with a metal carbonate?

    <p>A salt, water, and carbon dioxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using universal indicator paper in an experiment involving an acid and a metal hydroxide?

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    What is the general word equation for the reaction between an acid and a metal carbonate?

    <p>acid + metal carbonate → salt + water + carbon dioxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the product formed when sodium hydroxide reacts with hydrochloric acid?

    <p>Sodium chloride</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the reactant that is a base in the reaction between an acid and a metal hydroxide?

    <p>The metal hydroxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the gas produced when an acid reacts with a metal carbonate?

    <p>Carbon dioxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of balancing a chemical equation?

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    What is the reactant that is an acid in the reaction between an acid and a metal hydroxide?

    <p>The acid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the product formed when hydrochloric acid reacts with calcium carbonate?

    <p>Calcium chloride</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of a pharmacist?

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    What is the main difference between a chemist and a pharmacist?

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    Where do pharmacists typically work?

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    What is a key aspect of a pharmacist's work?

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    What is a pharmacist responsible for in terms of patient care?

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    What is the main component of shells of marine organisms, snails, pearls, and bird eggshells?

    <p>Calcium carbonate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of adding agricultural lime to soil?

    <p>To increase the pH of the soil</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the product of the reaction between hydrochloric acid and magnesium?

    <p>Magnesium chloride</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of a chemist?

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    What is the general equation for the reaction between an acid and a metal?

    <p>Acid + Metal → Salt + Hydrogen gas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of calcium carbonate in swimming pools?

    <p>To increase the pH of the pool</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the process of adding lime to soil to increase its pH and provide a source of calcium?

    <p>Liming</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the gas produced in the reaction between hydrochloric acid and magnesium?

    <p>Hydrogen gas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the source of calcium in dark green leafy vegetables?

    <p>Calcium carbonate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the industry where calcium carbonate is used in construction?

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    What is the general equation for the reaction between an acid and a base?

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    What type of oxide is formed when a non-metal reacts with oxygen?

    <p>Non-metal oxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the pH of a solution formed when a metal oxide is dissolved in water?

    <p>Greater than 7</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is formed when a metal reacts with oxygen?

    <p>Metal oxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the word equation for the reaction between hydrochloric acid and magnesium oxide?

    <p>Hydrochloric acid + magnesium oxide → magnesium chloride + water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of compound is magnesium oxide?

    <p>Metal oxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of the reaction between an acid and a metal oxide?

    <p>A salt and water are formed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the general equation for the reaction between an acid and a metal hydroxide?

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    What is the result of acid rain?

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    What is formed when a non-metal oxide reacts with water?

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    What is the primary method of generating electricity in South Africa?

    <p>Coal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of earthing in electrical appliances?

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    What is the purpose of pulverization in a coal-powered power station?

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    What happens when a live wire touches the metal casing in an earthed appliance?

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    What is the device that converts mechanical energy into electrical energy?

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    What is the environmental disadvantage of relying on coal for electricity generation?

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    What is the function of a fuse in an electrical circuit?

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    What is the process of generating electricity in a hydroelectric power plant?

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    What is a short circuit?

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    What is the function of an earth leakage circuit breaker?

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    What is the typical color of the earth wire in a washing machine?

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    What is the purpose of a portable generator?

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    What is the purpose of a circuit breaker?

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    What is the process of generating electricity using sunlight?

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    What is the term for a machine that produces continuous power?

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    Why is it crucial to manage the load on each circuit?

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    What is an alternative energy source that uses heat from the Earth's interior to generate electricity?

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    What is the primary function of step-up transformers in the electrical grid?

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    What is the unit of energy equal to one kilowatt of power used for one hour?

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    What is the purpose of Eskom's tiered tariff system?

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    What is the formula to calculate energy consumption?

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    What is the purpose of step-down transformers in the electrical grid?

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    What is the unit of measurement for the total amount of visible light emitted by a source?

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    What is the primary electricity supplier in South Africa?

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    What is the purpose of calculating energy consumption in kWh?

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    What is the primary source of fuel used in nuclear power stations?

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    What is the process by which an atomic nucleus splits into two smaller nuclei, releasing energy?

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    What is the purpose of the control rods in a nuclear reactor?

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    What is the advantage of nuclear power in terms of greenhouse gas emissions?

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    What is the location of the Koeberg Nuclear Power Station in South Africa?

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    What is the term for the process of emitting radiation as a result of the decay of atomic nuclei?

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    What is the function of the turbine in a nuclear power station?

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    What is the term for the energy produced from controlled nuclear reactions?

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    What is the advantage of nuclear power in terms of energy density?

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    What is the main purpose of lightning rods?

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    What is the primary reason behind illegal electricity connections?

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    What is a safety hazard associated with illegal connections?

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    What is a consequence of electricity theft?

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    What is a solution to address illegal connections?

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    What is a risk associated with illegal connections in areas accessible to children?

    <p>Electrocution risk due to exposed wires</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do individuals choose to use illegal connections?

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    What can be a result of illegal connections?

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    What is a way to address the issue of illegal connections?

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    What is a legal consequence of illegal connections?

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    What is a characteristic of nuclear power plants?

    <p>Can operate continuously</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a major disadvantage of nuclear power?

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    What is the purpose of transformers in the national electricity grid?

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    What is the function of pylons in the national electricity grid?

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    What is the result of a power surge in the national electricity grid?

    <p>Damage to sensitive electronic devices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of grid monitoring in the national electricity grid?

    <p>To monitor voltage levels and cut off power supply during a surge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the network of interacting components that work together to provide electricity across a country?

    <p>National Electricity Grid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of step-up transformers in the national electricity grid?

    <p>To increase voltage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of power stations in the national electricity grid?

    <p>To generate electricity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of step-down transformers in the national electricity grid?

    <p>To decrease voltage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the unit of power equal to one joule of energy per second?

    <p>Watt (W)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula to calculate power?

    <p>power = energy / time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the rate at which electrical energy is supplied or consumed by an electrical device?

    <p>Electrical power</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How much is 1 kilowatt equivalent to?

    <p>1000 watts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of conducting a household energy survey?

    <p>To understand household energy consumption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the cost of operating a 1500 W microwave for 1 hour?

    <p>R1.07</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the energy charge for block 1 in the tariff structure?

    <p>67.07 c/kWh</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula to calculate the cost of energy consumption?

    <p>cost = power rating x time x price</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of identifying the power rating of an appliance?

    <p>To determine the cost of operating the appliance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of an energy-efficient appliance?

    <p>LED lights</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of earthing in electrical appliances?

    <p>To prevent electric shocks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a short circuit?

    <p>An unintended low-resistance path in the circuit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of a fuse in electrical circuits?

    <p>To melt and break the circuit when current exceeds a safe level</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of an earth leakage circuit breaker?

    <p>To detect any leakage of current to the earth wire</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the earth wire in electrical appliances?

    <p>To connect the metal casing to the ground</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when a live wire accidentally touches the metal casing in an earthed appliance?

    <p>The current flows through the earth wire to the ground</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the location of an earth leakage circuit breaker typically found in homes?

    <p>On the main electrical distribution board</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of circuit breakers in electrical circuits?

    <p>To automatically break the circuit when a surge is detected</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of nuclear power plants?

    <p>Continuous operation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a major disadvantage of nuclear power?

    <p>Radioactive waste</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of transformers in the national electricity grid?

    <p>To increase the voltage of an electric current</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of pylons in the national electricity grid?

    <p>To support high-voltage power lines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs during a power surge?

    <p>A sudden increase in voltage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of surge protectors in the national electricity grid?

    <p>To safeguard appliances from excess voltage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the national electricity grid?

    <p>To ensure the delivery of electricity from power stations to consumers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of step-up transformers in the national electricity grid?

    <p>To increase the voltage of an electric current</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of step-up transformers in the grid?

    <p>To increase voltage and decrease current before transmission</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of step-down transformers in the national electricity grid?

    <p>To decrease the voltage of an electric current</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the unit of energy equal to one kilowatt of power used for one hour?

    <p>Kilowatt-hour (kWh)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of Eskom's tiered tariff system?

    <p>To charge higher rates for higher usage levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the sequence of events in a coal-powered power station connected to the grid?

    <p>Coal is burned, water is heated, steam turns a turbine, and electricity is sent to a step-up transformer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula to calculate energy consumption?

    <p>Energy = Power x Time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of step-down transformers?

    <p>To decrease voltage and increase current before distribution to homes and businesses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the amount of electrical energy used by an appliance or device?

    <p>Power Consumption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of measuring energy consumption in kilowatt-hours (kWh)?

    <p>To make energy consumption more practical and manageable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of transformers in the grid?

    <p>To manage voltage levels throughout the grid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary method of generating electricity in South Africa?

    <p>Coal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of pulverization in a coal-powered power station?

    <p>To crush coal into a fine powder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of a turbine in a coal-powered power station?

    <p>To convert mechanical energy into electrical energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an alternative energy source that uses the potential energy of stored water?

    <p>Hydroelectric power</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a disadvantage of relying on coal for electricity generation?

    <p>It contributes to environmental pollution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a generator in a power station?

    <p>To convert mechanical energy into electrical energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an advantage of wind power?

    <p>It is a renewable energy source with low operational costs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a portable generator?

    <p>To keep essential appliances running during power outages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process by which sunlight is converted directly into electricity?

    <p>Photovoltaic cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the machine that converts mechanical energy into electrical energy?

    <p>Generator</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of lightning rods?

    <p>To safely channel lightning strikes away from buildings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason why individuals resort to illegal electricity connections?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant risk of illegal electricity connections?

    <p>Fire hazards due to poorly made connections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a consequence of illegal electricity connections?

    <p>Frequent power outages and disruptions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a visual example of an illegal electricity connection?

    <p>A photo of a dangerous and poorly made connection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a solution to address the issue of illegal electricity connections?

    <p>Implementing programs to extend legal electricity access to underserved areas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a risk of illegal electricity connections in terms of safety?

    <p>Both A and B</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a consequence of illegal electricity connections for utility companies?

    <p>Revenue loss due to electricity theft</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a motivation behind illegal electricity connections?

    <p>All of the above and more</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a result of illegal electricity connections in terms of service disruptions?

    <p>Frequent power outages and disruptions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the energy charge for the first 50 kWh of energy consumption per month?

    <p>67.07 c/kWh</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If a household uses 252 kWh in a month, what is the total cost in rands?

    <p>R207.59</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula to calculate the cost of an appliance?

    <p>cost = power x time x price</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the unit of electrical power?

    <p>Watt (W)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the rate at which electrical energy is supplied or consumed by a device?

    <p>Electrical power</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of 1 kilowatt?

    <p>1000 watts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of identifying power ratings of appliances?

    <p>To calculate the cost of operating the appliance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the energy consumption of a microwave that uses 1500 W of power for 1 hour?

    <p>107.475 cents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of conducting a household energy survey?

    <p>To understand the household's energy consumption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the benefit of using energy-efficient appliances?

    <p>They consume less energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary fuel used in nuclear power stations?

    <p>Uranium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process of combining two light atomic nuclei to form a heavier nucleus, releasing energy?

    <p>Nuclear Fusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of control rods in a nuclear reactor?

    <p>To regulate the fission process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the benefit of nuclear power in terms of greenhouse gas emissions?

    <p>Low greenhouse gas emissions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the emission of radiation as a result of the decay of atomic nuclei?

    <p>Radioactive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the Koeberg Nuclear Power Station located?

    <p>Cape Town, South Africa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the cooling system in a nuclear reactor?

    <p>To ensure the reactor and other components remain at safe operating temperatures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the safety measure that prevents radiation leakage?

    <p>Radiation Containment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the process of splitting a heavy atomic nucleus into two smaller nuclei, releasing energy?

    <p>Nuclear Fission</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the benefit of nuclear power in terms of energy density?

    <p>High energy density</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of rock is used directly as a fertilizer or to make phosphoric acid?

    <p>Phosphate Rock</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of hand sorting in mineral extraction?

    <p>To separate large pieces of mineral from waste rock</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is used to separate iron ore from waste rock in magnetic separation?

    <p>Strong electromagnets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is coal used for?

    <p>Generating electricity or as fuel for iron-making</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is silicon dioxide used for?

    <p>Construction industry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to some coal before it is used?

    <p>It is washed and sorted into various sizes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of magnetic separation?

    <p>To separate minerals from waste rock</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is hand sorting not used on an industrial scale?

    <p>It is not feasible on an industrial scale</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary component of the atmosphere?

    <p>Nitrogen (78.08%)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What layer of the atmosphere contains the ozone layer?

    <p>Stratosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the atmosphere?

    <p>To regulate Earth's temperature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the byproduct of the reaction between limestone and impurities like sand during the smelting of iron ore?

    <p>Slag</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the highest layer of the atmosphere?

    <p>Exosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of refining iron extracted from the blast furnace?

    <p>To reduce the carbon content</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is South Africa's ranking in terms of iron ore production?

    <p>Seventh largest producer globally</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for the environmental concerns related to mining?

    <p>Improper waste management</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the largest primary source of platinum group metals (PGMs) in South Africa?

    <p>Bushveld Igneous Complex</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the famous diamond mine in South Africa?

    <p>Cullinan Premier Diamond Mine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a negative impact of mining activities?

    <p>Environmental degradation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the altitude above which the atmosphere fades into space?

    <p>Exosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the atmosphere?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of refining iron?

    <p>To increase the quality of iron</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the layer of gases surrounding the Earth?

    <p>Atmosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the byproduct of the reaction between iron ore and carbon?

    <p>Molten iron</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary concern in the mining industry?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of removing slag from the blast furnace?

    <p>To use it for road construction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is South Africa's ranking in terms of coal production?

    <p>Third largest exporter globally</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the reaction that occurs during the refining of iron?

    <p>C + O₂ → CO₂</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does density indicate in the atmosphere?

    <p>The number of gas molecules in a specific volume</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which atmospheric layer has a temperature gradient that increases with altitude?

    <p>Stratosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary component of the air in the troposphere?

    <p>Nitrogen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main driver of air movement in the troposphere?

    <p>The warming of the Earth's surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the highest altitude reached by the troposphere?

    <p>17 km</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the steady decrease in temperature with altitude in the troposphere?

    <p>Temperature gradient</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of convection currents in the troposphere?

    <p>To create weather patterns</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the atmospheric layer where commercial airplanes typically fly?

    <p>Stratosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the boundary between the troposphere and the stratosphere?

    <p>Transition zone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of the atmosphere's mass is contained in the troposphere?

    <p>70%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of density separation in mining?

    <p>To separate minerals based on their density</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of flotation in mining?

    <p>To make valuable minerals hydrophobic and attach to air bubbles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of chemical separation in mining?

    <p>To break chemical bonds to separate the desired element</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of refining minerals?

    <p>To concentrate and purify the desired minerals from the ore</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of the earliest technique for extracting iron?

    <p>The reduction of iron ore to metallic iron</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the blast furnace in modern iron extraction?

    <p>To reduce iron ore to metallic iron at high temperatures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main component of coke used in the blast furnace?

    <p>Carbon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of hot air blast in the blast furnace process?

    <p>To provide the oxygen needed for combustion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of size separation in mining?

    <p>To classify ore by size</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the process of breaking chemical bonds to separate the desired element?

    <p>Chemical separation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the ozone layer?

    <p>To absorb harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main component of weather balloons?

    <p>Radiosondes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of the reaction between chlorine atoms from CFCs and ozone molecules?

    <p>Destruction of ozone molecules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to describe the thinning of the ozone layer?

    <p>Ozone hole</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of the mesosphere in terms of air density?

    <p>Extremely low air density</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to meteors when they enter the mesosphere?

    <p>They burn up due to friction and heat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to describe the bright streak of light in the sky caused by a burning meteor?

    <p>Shooting star</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the largest impact crater in South Africa?

    <p>Vredefort Crater</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of the ozone hole?

    <p>Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum temperature required at the core of a protostar for nuclear fusion reactions to begin?

    <p>10 million degrees Celsius</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the temperature range in the mesosphere?

    <p>-90°C to 0°C</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process that powers stars, converting hydrogen into helium and releasing energy?

    <p>Nuclear Fusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the stage of a star's life cycle where it fuses hydrogen into helium in its core?

    <p>Main Sequence Star</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What determines the characteristics of a main sequence star, such as color, size, and lifespan?

    <p>Mass of the Star</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of the hydrogen in the core of a star being depleted?

    <p>The star becomes a red giant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the color of a star with a surface temperature of 40,000°C?

    <p>Blue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the outflow of charged particles from a star, influencing the surrounding space and the formation of planetary systems?

    <p>Stellar Wind</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the stage of a star's life cycle characterized by an expanded size and increased brightness?

    <p>Red Giant Star</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of helium fusion in red giants?

    <p>Producing heavier elements like carbon and oxygen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the expected lifespan of a star with 10 times the mass of the Sun?

    <p>20 million years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what altitude does the thermosphere start?

    <p>80 km</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the ionosphere?

    <p>To reflect longer wavelength radio waves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of the dramatic increase in temperature in the thermosphere?

    <p>The absorption of high-energy ultraviolet (UV) and X-ray radiation from the Sun</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the phenomenon that occurs when solar wind particles interact with the ions in the ionosphere?

    <p>Aurora borealis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of greenhouse gases in the Earth's atmosphere?

    <p>To absorb and re-emit infrared radiation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a greenhouse gas?

    <p>Oxygen (O₂)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of the greenhouse effect?

    <p>The Earth's surface being maintained at a temperature that can support life</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the layer of the atmosphere that lies beyond the thermosphere?

    <p>The exosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the altitude at which the International Space Station (ISS) orbits?

    <p>370 km</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the process by which the Earth's surface emits infrared radiation?

    <p>Infrared radiation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which planet in our solar system has the highest average surface temperature due to its thick atmosphere?

    <p>Venus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of global warming according to the content?

    <p>The burning of fossil fuels and deforestation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the long-term changes in temperature, precipitation, and other atmospheric conditions?

    <p>Climate Change</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the process by which nuclei of light elements combine to form heavier elements, releasing energy in stars?

    <p>Nuclear Fusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the large cloud of gas and dust in space where stars are born?

    <p>Nebula</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the stage of star formation where the center of the collapsing clump becomes a protostar?

    <p>Protostar Formation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a consequence of global warming?

    <p>Melting of polar ice and flooding of low-lying areas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the streams of charged particles emitted from a star?

    <p>Stellar Wind</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the outer layer of a star that is expelled into space after it becomes a red giant?

    <p>Planetary nebula</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of star explosion occurs when a massive star's core collapses?

    <p>Supernova</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of studying CO2 levels in ice core samples and historical climate data?

    <p>To determine the impact of human activities on climate change</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the process of gradual change or development of stars?

    <p>Stellar Evolution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the remaining core of a star after it has shed its outer layers?

    <p>White dwarf</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of star is formed when a star's core is filled with iron and collapses under gravity?

    <p>Red supergiant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the incredibly dense object that is formed when a star's core collapses?

    <p>Neutron star</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the stage in a star's life cycle when it becomes unstable and expands to become a red giant?

    <p>Red giant phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the process by which a white dwarf cools and loses its brightness over time?

    <p>Cooling and black dwarf formation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for a star that is more than eight times the mass of the Sun?

    <p>Massive star</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of rock can be used directly as a fertilizer?

    <p>Phosphate Rock</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of hand sorting in mineral extraction?

    <p>To separate large, visually distinguishable minerals from waste rock</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is used to separate iron ore from waste rock?

    <p>Electromagnets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the conveyor belts in magnetic separation?

    <p>To carry the ore past electromagnets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of rock is used in the construction industry?

    <p>Silicon Dioxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is coal used for?

    <p>As a fuel for electricity generation or in the iron-making process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is generated by electromagnets when an electric current passes through them?

    <p>A magnetic field</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is hand sorting not feasible on an industrial scale?

    <p>Because it is only effective for very large, visually distinguishable pieces of mineral</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary component of the atmosphere?

    <p>Nitrogen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the layer of the atmosphere where weather occurs?

    <p>Troposphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the ozone layer in the stratosphere?

    <p>To absorb ultraviolet radiation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the atmosphere crucial for life on Earth?

    <p>It maintains Earth's temperature and provides essential gases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the measure of height above sea level?

    <p>Altitude</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the layer of the atmosphere where meteors burn up?

    <p>Mesosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the transition zone between the Earth's atmosphere and outer space?

    <p>Exosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for environmental and safety concerns in mining?

    <p>Improper waste management</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the diamond mine near Pretoria?

    <p>Cullinan Premier Diamond Mine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the environmental threat posed by the Primrose Gold Mine?

    <p>Gold tailings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the reaction that occurs in the formation of slag?

    <p>CaO + SiO2 → CaSiO3</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the refining process in iron extraction?

    <p>To reduce the carbon content in iron to less than 2%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main use of slag in construction?

    <p>Building roads</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a positive impact of mining?

    <p>Environmental degradation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is South Africa's ranking in the production of iron ore?

    <p>Seventh</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the largest primary source of platinum group metals (PGMs)?

    <p>Bushveld Igneous Complex</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the reaction that occurs in the reduction of carbon content in iron?

    <p>C + O2 → CO2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of refining iron?

    <p>To improve the quality of iron</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the mine established in the 1850s, known for its copper ore?

    <p>Okiep Copper Mine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of surface mining?

    <p>Environmental degradation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of density separation in mining?

    <p>To separate minerals based on their density</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process of flotation used for in mining?

    <p>To combine density separation with the use of chemicals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of the troposphere?

    <p>Density decreases with altitude</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of physical separation methods in mining?

    <p>To separate minerals such as coal or iron ore</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate thickness of the troposphere at the equator?

    <p>17 km</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What causes the air in the troposphere to be in constant motion?

    <p>The warming of the Earth's surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process of chemical separation used for in mining?

    <p>To break chemical bonds to separate the desired element</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of refining minerals in mining?

    <p>To concentrate and purify the desired minerals from the ore</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate temperature at the upper boundary of the troposphere?

    <p>-60°C</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of extracting iron from iron ore?

    <p>To produce metallic iron</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What marks the boundary between the troposphere and the stratosphere?

    <p>A temperature stabilization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using a blast furnace in iron extraction?

    <p>To reduce iron ore to metallic iron at high temperatures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate altitude range of the stratosphere?

    <p>12 km to 50 km</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do commercial airplanes fly in the lower stratosphere?

    <p>Due to minimal turbulence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of adding limestone to the blast furnace in iron extraction?

    <p>To remove impurities from the iron ore</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of the atmosphere's mass is contained in the troposphere?

    <p>80%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of hot air blast in the blast furnace process?

    <p>To provide oxygen for combustion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of the convection currents in the troposphere?

    <p>Cloud formation and weather patterns</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of the blast furnace process in iron extraction?

    <p>The production of metallic iron</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the troposphere?

    <p>Supporting life on Earth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of weather balloons?

    <p>To gather data on atmospheric conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the ozone layer responsible for?

    <p>Absorbing harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays from the Sun</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of CFCs on the ozone layer?

    <p>They reduce the ozone layer's ability to absorb UV radiation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the thinning of the ozone layer, particularly over Antarctica?

    <p>Ozone hole</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of the mesosphere?

    <p>Extremely low air density</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when a meteor enters the mesosphere?

    <p>It burns up due to friction and heat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for a rock or particle from space that enters the Earth's atmosphere?

    <p>Meteor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of a meteorite striking the Earth's surface?

    <p>A crater is formed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the temperature in the mesosphere?

    <p>Decreasing with altitude</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the Vredefort Crater?

    <p>It has a diameter of about 300 km</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the altitude range of the thermosphere?

    <p>80 km to 600 km</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the ionosphere?

    <p>To reflect longer wavelength radio waves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the temperature range of the thermosphere?

    <p>-90°C to 1500°C</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main component of the atmosphere on Venus?

    <p>Carbon dioxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the greenhouse effect?

    <p>To maintain a temperature on Earth that can support life</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the average surface temperature on Mars?

    <p>-55°C</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the three main greenhouse gases?

    <p>Carbon dioxide, methane, and water vapour</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process by which the Earth's surface emits infrared radiation?

    <p>Radiation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for long-term changes in temperature, precipitation, and other atmospheric conditions?

    <p>Climate change</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of global warming?

    <p>Human activities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the location of the International Space Station?

    <p>In the thermosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of the interaction between solar wind particles and the ions in the ionosphere?

    <p>The creation of auroras</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of studying CO₂ levels in ice core samples?

    <p>To differentiate between natural and human-induced changes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What lies beyond the thermosphere?

    <p>The exosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a nebula?

    <p>A large cloud of gas and dust in space</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process by which nuclei of light elements combine to form heavier elements?

    <p>Nuclear fusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of the air density in the thermosphere?

    <p>Extremely low</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the formation of a star from a collapsing cloud of gas and dust?

    <p>Star formation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the streams of charged particles emitted from a star?

    <p>Stellar wind</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the birth, life, and death of a star?

    <p>Stellar evolution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the temperature required for nuclear fusion reactions to begin in a star's core?

    <p>10 million degrees Celsius</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the process by which hydrogen nuclei combine to form helium, releasing energy?

    <p>Nuclear Fusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the stage in a star's life cycle where it expands and cools after exhausting the hydrogen in its core?

    <p>Red Giant Star</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the outflow of charged particles from a star that influences the surrounding space and the formation of planetary systems?

    <p>Stellar Wind</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What determines the characteristics of a main sequence star, such as its color, size, and lifespan?

    <p>Mass</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the stage in a star's life cycle where it fuses hydrogen into helium in its core?

    <p>Main Sequence Star</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the color of a star with a surface temperature of 40,000°C?

    <p>Blue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to a star when the hydrogen in its core is depleted?

    <p>It becomes a red giant star</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the early stage of a star's formation, not yet undergoing nuclear fusion?

    <p>Protostar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for birthplaces of stars, containing gas and dust?

    <p>Nebulae</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the final stage of a star's life cycle if it has a mass similar to the Sun's?

    <p>White dwarf</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the glowing shell of gas expelled by a red giant star?

    <p>Planetary nebula</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of a massive star's core collapse?

    <p>A supernova</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for a star that has cooled to the point where it no longer emits light?

    <p>Black dwarf</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the incredibly dense object formed from the core of a massive star after a supernova?

    <p>Neutron star</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the region of space with gravity so strong that not even light can escape?

    <p>Black hole</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the stage of a star's life cycle where it fuses heavier elements in its core?

    <p>Red supergiant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the explosion that results from the collapse of a massive star's core?

    <p>Supernova</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of panning in mining?

    <p>To separate dense gold particles from lighter waste material</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process called when chemicals are added to a slurry to make valuable minerals hydrophobic?

    <p>Flotation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of chemical separation in mining?

    <p>To break chemical bonds holding atoms together</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of refining minerals?

    <p>To concentrate and purify the desired minerals from the ore</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the massive structure used in modern iron extraction?

    <p>Blast furnace</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of coke in the blast furnace process?

    <p>To reduce iron ore to metallic iron</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the chemical reaction involved in the earliest techniques for extracting iron?

    <p>2Fe₂O₃ + 3C → 4Fe + 3CO₂</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of hot air blast in the blast furnace process?

    <p>To provide oxygen for combustion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the process of separating minerals from waste rock?

    <p>Physical separation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of limestone in the blast furnace process?

    <p>To remove impurities from the iron ore</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following rocks can be used directly without crushing or milling?

    <p>Coal and Silicon Dioxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of hand sorting in mineral extraction?

    <p>To pick out valuable minerals from waste rock</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is used in magnetic separation to attract magnetic iron ore?

    <p>Electromagnets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of washing and sorting coal into different sizes?

    <p>To produce high-grade coal for different applications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a method of separating minerals from waste rock?

    <p>Electric Separation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of separating minerals from waste rock?

    <p>To make the minerals usable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following rocks is used in the iron-making process?

    <p>Coal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of crushing and milling rocks?

    <p>To make the minerals usable for extraction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of the troposphere?

    <p>Layer with the densest air near the Earth's surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is responsible for the convection currents in the troposphere?

    <p>The warming of the Earth's surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the average temperature decrease in the troposphere per kilometer increase in height?

    <p>6.4°C</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of weather phenomena occur within the troposphere?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What marks the boundary between the troposphere and the stratosphere?

    <p>A stabilization of temperature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do commercial airplanes fly in the lower stratosphere?

    <p>Due to the minimal turbulence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the atmosphere?

    <p>To maintain Earth's temperature and protect from harmful radiation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of the atmosphere's mass is contained in the troposphere and stratosphere together?

    <p>90%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which layer of the atmosphere is known for its role in absorbing and scattering ultraviolet radiation?

    <p>Stratosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between the troposphere and stratosphere?

    <p>Temperature gradient</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the process by which the atmosphere transitions into outer space?

    <p>Exosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the refining process in iron production?

    <p>To reduce the carbon content of iron to less than 2%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the range of altitude for the stratosphere?

    <p>12 km to 50 km</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the gas that makes up the majority of the atmosphere?

    <p>Nitrogen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which mining site is known for its significant diamond discoveries?

    <p>Cullinan Premier Diamond Mine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the byproduct of the reaction between limestone and impurities like sand in the blast furnace?

    <p>Slag</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the layer of the atmosphere where the temperature increases with altitude?

    <p>Stratosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the largest producer of chromium, manganese, platinum, vanadium, and andalusite?

    <p>South Africa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary concern related to the Primrose Gold Mine?

    <p>Gold tailings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the layer of gases surrounding the Earth?

    <p>Atmosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the negative impact of mining on the environment?

    <p>Increase in air and water pollution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of the atmosphere's ability to maintain Earth's temperature?

    <p>The Earth's surface is warm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the blast furnace in iron production?

    <p>To extract iron from iron ore</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the reaction that occurs in the refining process to reduce the carbon content of iron?

    <p>C + O₂ → CO₂</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for the regulation of mining activities?

    <p>To mitigate environmental impact</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the altitude above which the atmosphere merges into outer space?

    <p>600 km</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the largest producer of coal globally?

    <p>China</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the slag in the blast furnace?

    <p>To be used for road construction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the iron ore in the blast furnace?

    <p>To extract iron from iron ore</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the Bushveld Igneous Complex in South Africa?

    <p>It contains the world's largest primary source of platinum group metals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the temperature range of the thermosphere?

    <p>-90°C to 1500°C</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the ionosphere?

    <p>Reflection of longer wavelength radio waves and absorption of UV and X-rays</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the aurora phenomenon caused by?

    <p>The interaction between solar wind particles and the ionosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What lies beyond the thermosphere?

    <p>The exosphere, which gradually transitions into outer space</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of greenhouse gases?

    <p>To warm the Earth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process by which the Earth's surface emits infrared radiation?

    <p>Infrared radiation emission</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What would happen to the Earth's temperature without greenhouse gases?

    <p>It would decrease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the International Space Station's orbit altitude?

    <p>Approximately 370 km</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main characteristic of the thermosphere?

    <p>Extremely low air density</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the thermosphere in relation to satellites?

    <p>It allows satellites to orbit within it</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary component of the atmosphere on Venus?

    <p>Carbon dioxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the average surface temperature of Mars?

    <p>-55°C</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for long-term changes in temperature, precipitation, and other atmospheric conditions?

    <p>Climate change</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main cause of global warming?

    <p>Increased levels of greenhouse gases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the process by which nuclei of light elements combine to form heavier elements, releasing energy?

    <p>Nuclear fusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the ozone layer?

    <p>To absorb harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays from the Sun</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main component of the stratosphere that causes the temperature to increase with altitude?

    <p>Ozone molecules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for a developing star not yet hot enough for nuclear fusion?

    <p>Protostar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the thinning of the ozone layer, particularly over Antarctica?

    <p>Ozone hole</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for a large cloud of gas and dust in space where stars are born?

    <p>Nebula</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process by which a nebula fragments into smaller clumps, each clump potentially forming a star?

    <p>Fragmentation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of the mesosphere?

    <p>Low air density</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to meteors when they enter the mesosphere?

    <p>They burn up due to friction and heat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the streams of charged particles emitted from a star?

    <p>Stellar wind</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the stage of star formation where the center of each clump becomes a protostar?

    <p>Protostar formation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of a meteorite striking the Earth's surface?

    <p>An impact crater is created</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of weather balloons?

    <p>To gather data on atmospheric conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process by which ozone molecules are formed and destroyed in the stratosphere?

    <p>Ozone cycle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of the ozone hole?

    <p>Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the rocks or particles from space that enter the Earth's atmosphere?

    <p>Meteors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary process that occurs in a star's core during its main sequence stage?

    <p>Hydrogen fusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical temperature of a star's core when nuclear fusion begins?

    <p>10 million degrees Celsius</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of a star's core contracting and heating up after depleting its hydrogen fuel?

    <p>The star becomes a red giant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the process where hydrogen nuclei combine to form helium, releasing energy in the form of heat and light?

    <p>Nuclear fusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the outflow of charged particles from a star that influences the surrounding space and the formation of planetary systems?

    <p>Stellar wind</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What determines the characteristics of a main sequence star, such as its color, size, and lifespan?

    <p>The star's mass</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the stage of a star's life cycle where it expands and cools after exhausting the hydrogen in its core?

    <p>Red giant star</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical lifespan of a star with 10 times the mass of the Sun?

    <p>20 million years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the process where helium fusion begins in a star's core, producing heavier elements like carbon and oxygen?

    <p>Helium fusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of rock is used directly as a fertilizer?

    <p>Phosphate Rock</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the birthplace of stars, containing gas and dust?

    <p>Nebulae</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of hand sorting in mineral extraction?

    <p>To pick out valuable minerals from waste rock manually</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is used to separate iron ore from waste rock?

    <p>Electromagnets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the final stage of a star like the Sun after it has expelled its outer layers?

    <p>White dwarf</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of washing coal?

    <p>To make it into 'high grade coal'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is silicon dioxide used in?

    <p>Construction industry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the glowing shell of gas that is expelled by a star during its final stages?

    <p>Planetary nebula</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is coal used as?

    <p>Fuel for electricity generation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process that occurs when a massive star's core collapses under gravity?

    <p>Supernova explosion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the incredibly dense object composed mostly of neutrons that can be left behind after a supernova?

    <p>Neutron star</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of magnetic separation?

    <p>To separate minerals from waste rock</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the region of space with gravity so strong that not even light can escape?

    <p>Black hole</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of magnetic separation?

    <p>The separation of iron ore from waste rock</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the final stage of a star if it is not massive enough to undergo a supernova explosion?

    <p>White dwarf</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the stage of a star's life cycle when it becomes unstable and expands to become a red giant?

    <p>Red giant branch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the historical recorded observations of supernovae in the sky?

    <p>Historical supernovae</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the product of the reaction between limestone and impurities like sand?

    <p>Slag</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of refining iron?

    <p>To reduce the carbon content</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary use of coal in South Africa?

    <p>Power generation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the leftover materials after extracting valuable minerals from the ore?

    <p>Tailings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the historical significance of Mapungubwe in South Africa?

    <p>Evidence of iron mining and smelting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is South Africa's ranking in the production of iron ore?

    <p>Seventh largest producer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the blast furnace?

    <p>To extract iron from iron ore</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the reaction that occurs when iron is refined?

    <p>C + O2 → CO2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the diagram shown below?

    <p>To show the structure of the blast furnace</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the negative impact of surface mining on the environment?

    <p>Large-scale changes in the landscape</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of the troposphere?

    <p>It contains most of the mass of the atmosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason for the air movement in the troposphere?

    <p>The warming of the Earth's surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the temperature gradient in the troposphere?

    <p>Temperature decreases with altitude</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the altitude range of the stratosphere?

    <p>From 12 km to 50 km above the Earth's surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of air in the stratosphere?

    <p>It is less dense and more stable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do commercial airplanes fly in the lower stratosphere?

    <p>Because of the stable conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the boundary between the troposphere and the stratosphere marked by?

    <p>A stabilization of temperature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the composition of the air in the troposphere?

    <p>Mainly nitrogen and oxygen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the cycle of air movement in the troposphere?

    <p>Convection currents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of separating minerals from waste rock in mining operations?

    <p>To ensure the efficient extraction and processing of valuable minerals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the troposphere?

    <p>To support all life on Earth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which separation method combines density separation with the use of chemicals to change the surface properties of minerals?

    <p>Flotation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of refining minerals?

    <p>To concentrate and purify the desired minerals from the ore</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the chemical reaction for the early technique of extracting iron from iron ore using charcoal in a bloomery?

    <p>2Fe₂O₃ + 3C → 4Fe + 3CO₂</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the process of breaking the chemical bonds holding the atoms together in chemical separation?

    <p>Reactions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of magnetic separation in mining operations?

    <p>To separate magnetic materials from non-magnetic ones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the direction of temperature change in the stratosphere with altitude?

    <p>It increases with altitude</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of the flotation process in mining operations?

    <p>Hydrophobic minerals attach to air bubbles and rise to the surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of panning in mining operations?

    <p>To separate dense gold particles from lighter waste material</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of weather balloons?

    <p>To gather data on atmospheric conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the thinning of the ozone layer, particularly over Antarctica?

    <p>Ozone hole</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary component of coke used in the blast furnace process?

    <p>85% carbon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the layer of the atmosphere where meteors burn up?

    <p>Mesosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the blast furnace process in extracting iron from iron ore?

    <p>To extract iron from iron ore at high temperatures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main characteristic of the thermosphere?

    <p>Extreme temperatures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of a large meteorite striking the Earth's surface?

    <p>An impact crater</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process by which meteors burn up in the atmosphere?

    <p>Friction and heat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the ionosphere?

    <p>To reflect longer wavelength radio waves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is responsible for the formation of auroras?

    <p>Solar wind particles and the ions in the ionosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the layer of the atmosphere where the air density decreases with altitude?

    <p>Stratosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the rock or particle from space that enters the Earth's atmosphere?

    <p>Meteor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of greenhouse gases?

    <p>To warm the Earth's surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of the greenhouse effect?

    <p>The Earth's surface warms up</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the location of the ozone layer in the atmosphere?

    <p>Stratosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of CFCs on the ozone layer?

    <p>They break down ozone molecules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the layer of the atmosphere beyond the thermosphere?

    <p>The exosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the International Space Station's orbit within the thermosphere?

    <p>Between 160 km and 2000 km</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the temperature range in the thermosphere?

    <p>-90°C to 1500°C</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a major concern related to mining activities in South Africa?

    <p>Reducing air and water pollution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the layer of gases surrounding the Earth?

    <p>Atmosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the ionosphere in terms of radio communication?

    <p>To reflect longer wavelength radio waves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the atmosphere?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of the absence of greenhouse gases?

    <p>The Earth would be too cold</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which layer of the atmosphere is where weather occurs?

    <p>Troposphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the ozone layer in the stratosphere?

    <p>To absorb and scatter ultraviolet radiation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the altitude range of the troposphere?

    <p>Up to 12 km</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process that occurs when gas molecules are more concentrated closer to the Earth's surface?

    <p>Gravity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the layer of the atmosphere that is sometimes considered part of the atmosphere and sometimes not?

    <p>Exosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the measure of height above sea level?

    <p>Altitude</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which mine is known for its gold tailings, posing a threat to the environment?

    <p>Primrose Gold Mine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main cause of the extreme greenhouse effect on Venus?

    <p>Thick atmosphere with high levels of CO₂</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the average surface temperature of Mars?

    <p>-55°C</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of global warming?

    <p>Increase in greenhouse gases, particularly CO₂</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the long-term changes in temperature, precipitation, and other atmospheric conditions?

    <p>Climate change</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of studying CO₂ levels using ice core samples and historical climate data?

    <p>To determine the impact of human activities on CO₂ levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the process of gradual change or development in stars?

    <p>Stellar evolution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the cloud of gas and dust in space where stars are born?

    <p>Nebula</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process by which the center of a collapsing clump becomes a protostar?

    <p>Heating and flattening</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the temperature required for nuclear fusion reactions to begin in a protostar?

    <p>10 million degrees Celsius</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the stage in star formation where a protostar forms at the center of the collapsing clump?

    <p>Protostar stage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process by which hydrogen nuclei combine to form helium, releasing vast amounts of energy?

    <p>Nuclear fusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the outflow of charged particles from a star, influencing the surrounding space and the formation of planetary systems?

    <p>Stellar wind</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of understanding the greenhouse effect and human impact on greenhouse gas levels?

    <p>To address global warming and mitigate climate change</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the stage of a star's life cycle where it fuses hydrogen into helium in its core?

    <p>Main sequence stage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What determines the characteristics of a main sequence star, such as color, size, and lifespan?

    <p>Mass of the star</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of a star exhausting the hydrogen in its core?

    <p>It becomes a red giant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process by which helium fusion begins, producing heavier elements like carbon and oxygen?

    <p>Helium fusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the birthplaces of stars, containing gas and dust?

    <p>Nebulae</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for a star that is in the longest-lasting stage of its life cycle?

    <p>Main sequence star</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the color of a star with a surface temperature of 40,000°C?

    <p>Blue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the outer layers of a red giant star expelled into space, forming a glowing shell around the remaining core?

    <p>Planetary nebula</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the final stage of a star like the Sun, after it has shed its outer layers?

    <p>White dwarf</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of a massive star's core collapsing under gravity?

    <p>Supernova</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for a star that is at least eight times the mass of the Sun?

    <p>Red supergiant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the final stage of a white dwarf, after it has cooled and no longer emits light?

    <p>Black dwarf</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the incredibly dense object composed mostly of neutrons, left after a supernova explosion?

    <p>Neutron star</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of a star's outer layers being expelled into space, forming a glowing shell around the remaining core?

    <p>Planetary nebula</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the region of space with gravity so strong that not even light can escape?

    <p>Black hole</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a direct use of phosphate rock?

    <p>Used directly as a fertilizer or to make phosphoric acid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is hand sorting used for?

    <p>Picking out valuable minerals from waste rock manually</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What property of certain minerals is utilized in magnetic separation?

    <p>Magnetic properties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of washing coal?

    <p>To sort it into various sizes for different applications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is silicon dioxide used in?

    <p>The construction industry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of separating minerals from waste rock?

    <p>To enable the use of the extracted minerals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an electromagnet?

    <p>A device that generates a magnetic field when an electric current passes through it</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is coal often used as?

    <p>Fuel for electricity generation or in the iron-making process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary component of the Earth's atmosphere?

    <p>Nitrogen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the layer of the atmosphere where weather occurs?

    <p>Troposphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the ozone layer?

    <p>To absorb and scatter ultraviolet radiation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the highest layer of the atmosphere?

    <p>Exosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the layer of gases surrounding the Earth?

    <p>Atmosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the importance of the atmosphere in sustaining life?

    <p>It provides essential gases such as oxygen and carbon dioxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the layer of the atmosphere where the temperature increases with altitude?

    <p>Stratosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process by which the atmosphere traps heat?

    <p>Insulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the altitude above which the atmosphere merges into outer space?

    <p>Exosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the feature of the Primrose Gold Mine?

    <p>Known for its gold tailings, posing a threat to the environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of the troposphere?

    <p>It is the densest layer of the atmosphere, containing most of the mass</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What causes the air movement and weather patterns in the troposphere?

    <p>The warming of the Earth's surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the temperature gradient in the troposphere?

    <p>It decreases with altitude</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason why commercial airplanes fly in the lower stratosphere?

    <p>Due to less dense air in the stratosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the boundary between the troposphere and the stratosphere marked by?

    <p>A stabilization of temperature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of density separation in mining?

    <p>To separate minerals based on their difference in density</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the percentage of the mass of the atmosphere contained in the troposphere and stratosphere together?

    <p>90%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is flotation used for in mining?

    <p>To combine density separation with the use of chemicals to change the surface properties of minerals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of chemical separation in mining?

    <p>To break the chemical bonds holding the atoms together in a compound</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of convection currents in the troposphere?

    <p>To create clouds and weather patterns</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the average thickness of the troposphere?

    <p>12 km</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the earliest method of mining gold mentioned in the content?

    <p>Panning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of sizing in mining?

    <p>To classify ore for export or use</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the composition of the air in the troposphere?

    <p>Mainly oxygen and nitrogen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of the temperature decrease in the troposphere?

    <p>The air becomes less dense</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the chemical reaction for the earliest technique of extracting iron from iron ore?

    <p>2Fe_2O_3 + 3C → 4Fe + 3CO_2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the blast furnace in iron extraction?

    <p>To reduce iron ore to metallic iron at high temperatures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of hot air in the blast furnace process?

    <p>To provide oxygen needed for combustion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the refining process in iron extraction?

    <p>To reduce the carbon content of the iron to less than 2%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the reaction that occurs when carbon reacts with oxygen in the refining process?

    <p>C + O_2 → CO_2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the raw materials added to the top of the blast furnace?

    <p>Iron ore, coke, and limestone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of slag in the iron extraction process?

    <p>To be used for road construction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of refining iron from iron ore?

    <p>A pure form of iron</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following minerals is South Africa the largest producer of?

    <p>Chromium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the environmental impact of surface mining?

    <p>It creates unsightly and dangerous open pits and mine dumps</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the blast furnace in iron extraction?

    <p>To extract iron from the iron ore</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the diagram showing the refining of iron and the reduction of carbon content?

    <p>To demonstrate the refining process of iron</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of the reaction between limestone and impurities like sand (SiO₂)?

    <p>CaSiO₃</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Bushveld Igneous Complex?

    <p>It contains the world's largest primary source of platinum group metals (PGMs)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the economic impact of mining in South Africa?

    <p>It has facilitated technological advancements and infrastructure development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the ozone layer in the stratosphere?

    <p>To absorb harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the Sun</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) on the ozone layer?

    <p>They catalytically destroy ozone molecules, reducing the ozone layer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the thinning of the ozone layer, particularly over Antarctica?

    <p>Ozone hole</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of the mesosphere in terms of temperature?

    <p>The temperature decreases with altitude</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when a meteor enters the mesosphere?

    <p>It burns up due to friction and heat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of a meteorite striking the Earth's surface?

    <p>A crater is formed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the layer of the atmosphere where weather balloons gather data on atmospheric conditions?

    <p>Stratosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process by which ozone molecules form and break apart in the stratosphere?

    <p>Ozone cycle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the temperature range in the stratosphere?

    <p>-60°C to 0°C</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of air density in the stratosphere?

    <p>It decreases with altitude</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the thermosphere characterized by?

    <p>Low air density and extreme temperatures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the ionosphere?

    <p>To reflect longer wavelength radio waves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of the interaction between solar wind particles and the ions in the ionosphere?

    <p>The creation of the aurora borealis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum temperature required at the protostar's core for nuclear fusion reactions to begin?

    <p>10 million degrees Celsius</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process that prevents further contraction of a star?

    <p>Nuclear fusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of greenhouse gases?

    <p>To trap heat in the Earth's atmosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process by which the Earth's surface emits infrared radiation?

    <p>The greenhouse effect</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the outflow of charged particles from a star that influences the surrounding space and planetary formation?

    <p>Stellar wind</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What lies beyond the thermosphere?

    <p>The exosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the stage of a star's life cycle where it fuses hydrogen into helium in its core?

    <p>Main sequence star</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the International Space Station?

    <p>To conduct scientific experiments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What determines the characteristics of a main sequence star, such as color, size, and lifespan?

    <p>Mass</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the expected lifespan of a star with 10 times the mass of the Sun?

    <p>20 million years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the temperature range of the thermosphere?

    <p>-90°C to 1500°C</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the altitude range of the thermosphere?

    <p>80 km to 600 km</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of the core contraction and heating up in a star?

    <p>The star becomes a red giant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the greenhouse effect?

    <p>To trap heat in the Earth's atmosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the stage where helium fusion begins in a red giant star?

    <p>Helium fusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the example of a red giant star mentioned in the content?

    <p>Betelgeuse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the birthplaces of stars, containing gas and dust?

    <p>Nebulae</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which planet has a thick atmosphere with a high concentration of CO₂, resulting in an extreme greenhouse effect and high surface temperatures?

    <p>Venus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary effect of human activities on the atmosphere?

    <p>Increasing the levels of greenhouse gases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to describe the long-term changes in temperature, precipitation, and other atmospheric conditions?

    <p>Climate Change</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary method used to track CO₂ levels over thousands of years?

    <p>Ice core samples</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of a star's core collapsing under gravity, if it is more than eight times the mass of the Sun?

    <p>A supernova explosion occurs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the glowing shell of gas expelled by a red giant star?

    <p>Planetary nebula</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process by which nuclei of light elements combine to form heavier elements, releasing energy?

    <p>Nuclear Fusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to describe a developing star not yet hot enough for nuclear fusion?

    <p>Protostar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the final stage of evolution for a low-mass star like the Sun?

    <p>Black dwarf</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the dense, hot remnant core of a star that has shed its outer layers?

    <p>White dwarf</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to describe a large cloud of gas and dust in space where stars are born?

    <p>Nebula</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary factor that causes a nebula to collapse and form a star?

    <p>Gravitational force</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of a star's core collapsing, if it is not massive enough to form a black hole?

    <p>A neutron star forms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the incredibly dense object composed mostly of neutrons, formed after a supernova?

    <p>Neutron star</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to describe the process by which a star is formed?

    <p>Star Formation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to describe the group of stars forming a recognizable pattern?

    <p>Constellation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the stage of a star's life cycle that occurs before it becomes a white dwarf?

    <p>Red giant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the region of space with gravity so strong that not even light can escape?

    <p>Black hole</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of rock can be used directly as a fertilizer or to make phosphoric acid?

    <p>Phosphate Rock</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of hand sorting?

    <p>To pick out valuable minerals from waste rock manually</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is used to separate iron ore from waste rock using magnetic separation?

    <p>Electromagnets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the industrial use of coal that has been washed and sorted into various sizes?

    <p>Generation of electricity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following rocks can be used directly in the construction industry?

    <p>Silicon Dioxide (Sand)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of separating minerals from waste rock?

    <p>To extract usable minerals from the waste rock</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of coal is washed and sorted into various sizes?

    <p>High-grade coal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the common method used to separate minerals from waste rock?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of panning in gold mining?

    <p>To separate gold from waste rock</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main principle behind density separation?

    <p>Differences in density between minerals and waste rock</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of flotation in mineral separation?

    <p>To separate minerals from waste rock using surface properties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are chemical separation processes necessary?

    <p>Because the desired element is part of a chemical compound</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of refining minerals?

    <p>To concentrate and purify the desired minerals from the ore</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between early and modern techniques of extracting iron?

    <p>Early techniques used low temperatures, while modern techniques use high temperatures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the hot air blast in the blast furnace process?

    <p>To provide oxygen needed for combustion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the refining process in iron extraction?

    <p>To reduce the carbon content of iron to less than 2%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the reaction that occurs during the reduction of carbon content in iron refining?

    <p>C + O2 → CO2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the chemical compound that iron atoms are often found in?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the final product of the refining process in iron extraction?

    <p>Pure iron</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is size separation an important method in mining?

    <p>Because it is necessary to produce minerals of a specific size for export</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the.rank of South Africa in terms of iron ore production?

    <p>Seventh</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary component of the Earth's atmosphere?

    <p>Nitrogen (78.08%)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main advantage of physical separation methods?

    <p>They are often sufficient for separating minerals such as coal or iron ore</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What layer of the atmosphere is known for containing the ozone layer?

    <p>Stratosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the use of slag in construction?

    <p>Road construction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the measure of height above sea level?

    <p>Altitude</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the complex that contains the world's largest primary source of platinum group metals (PGMs)?

    <p>Bushveld Igneous Complex</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a negative impact of mining on the environment?

    <p>Environmental degradation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the atmosphere in terms of temperature?

    <p>To maintain Earth's temperature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the layer of the atmosphere where meteors burn up?

    <p>Mesosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the process that occurs during the reduction of iron ore in a blast furnace?

    <p>Reduction of iron ore</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the percentage of carbon content in the iron extracted from the blast furnace?

    <p>Around 4%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary importance of the atmosphere?

    <p>To maintain Earth's temperature and protect from harmful radiation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the site of auroras in the atmosphere?

    <p>Thermosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of limestone in the blast furnace?

    <p>To react with impurities like sand to form slag</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the transition zone between the Earth's atmosphere and outer space?

    <p>Exosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What mining site in South Africa is renowned for significant diamond discoveries?

    <p>Cullinan Premier Diamond Mine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What environmental concern is posed by the Primrose Gold Mine?

    <p>Gold tailings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary composition of Mars' atmosphere?

    <p>Carbon dioxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for long-term changes in temperature, precipitation, and other atmospheric conditions?

    <p>Climate change</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary consequence of increased temperatures due to global warming?

    <p>Rising sea levels and flooding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the research question scientists are trying to answer in investigating CO₂ levels?

    <p>Are current CO₂ levels rising more than they would naturally due to human activities?</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for a large cloud of gas and dust in space where stars are born?

    <p>Nebula</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process by which nuclei of light elements combine to form heavier elements, releasing energy?

    <p>Nuclear fusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the stage of star formation where the center of the collapsing clump becomes a protostar?

    <p>Protostar stage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of the greenhouse effect on Venus?

    <p>High surface temperatures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the process of gradual change or development of stars?

    <p>Stellar evolution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for the increase in greenhouse gas levels since the industrial revolution?

    <p>Deforestation and fossil fuel burning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the air density in the stratosphere as altitude increases?

    <p>It decreases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the ozone layer in the stratosphere?

    <p>To absorb harmful ultraviolet radiation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of the reaction between chlorine atoms from CFCs and ozone molecules?

    <p>Ozone molecules are destroyed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the thinning of the ozone layer, particularly over Antarctica?

    <p>Ozone hole</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of the temperature in the mesosphere?

    <p>It decreases with altitude</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to meteors when they enter the mesosphere?

    <p>They burn up due to friction and heat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for a rock or particle from space that enters the Earth's atmosphere?

    <p>Meteor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of a meteorite striking the Earth's surface?

    <p>A crater is formed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of the air density in the mesosphere?

    <p>It is extremely low</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the temperature at the upper boundary of the mesosphere?

    <p>-90°C</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum core temperature required for nuclear fusion reactions to begin in a protostar?

    <p>10 million degrees Celsius</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process that prevents further contraction of a star?

    <p>Nuclear fusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the stage in a star's life cycle where it fuses hydrogen into helium in its core?

    <p>Main sequence star</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What determines the characteristics of a main sequence star, such as its color, size, and lifespan?

    <p>Its mass</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the outflow of charged particles from a star?

    <p>Stellar wind</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the stage in a star's life cycle where the star expands and cools after exhausting the hydrogen in its core?

    <p>Red giant star</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the birthplaces of stars, containing gas and dust?

    <p>Nebulae</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary remnant left after a low-mass star like the Sun explodes as a supernova?

    <p>White dwarf</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the glowing shell of gas expelled from a dying star?

    <p>Planetary nebula</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process that powers stars, converting hydrogen into helium and releasing energy?

    <p>Nuclear fusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following stars has a shorter lifespan?

    <p>A star with 10 times the mass of the Sun</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the ultimate fate of a white dwarf?

    <p>It becomes a black dwarf</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the core of a massive star after it depletes its fuel?

    <p>It collapses under gravity, leading to a supernova</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the expanded size and increased brightness of a star during the red giant stage?

    <p>Red giant expansion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is formed when a massive star's core collapses under gravity?

    <p>Neutron star</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for a massive explosion resulting from the collapse of a star's core?

    <p>Supernova</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the final stage of evolution for a low-mass star like the Sun?

    <p>White dwarf</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the remnant left after a supernova explosion if the original star was exceptionally massive?

    <p>Black hole</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of the troposphere?

    <p>It is the lowest layer of the atmosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main component of the air in the troposphere?

    <p>Nitrogen (78.08%) and oxygen (20.95%)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for the movement of air in the troposphere?

    <p>The warming of the Earth's surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the temperature gradient in the troposphere?

    <p>Temperature decreases with altitude</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the boundary between the troposphere and the stratosphere marked by?

    <p>A stabilization of temperature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of the air in the stratosphere?

    <p>It is less dense than in the troposphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do commercial airplanes fly in the lower stratosphere?

    <p>Due to stable conditions with minimal turbulence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the percentage of the mass of the atmosphere contained in the troposphere and stratosphere?

    <p>90%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the thickness of the troposphere?

    <p>Approximately 17 km at the equator and 9 km at the poles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs in the transition zone between the troposphere and the stratosphere?

    <p>The temperature stabilizes before increasing again</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the altitude range of the thermosphere?

    <p>From 80 km to 600 km or more</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the ionosphere?

    <p>To reflect longer wavelength radio waves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for the high temperatures in the thermosphere?

    <p>The absorption of high-energy ultraviolet and X-ray radiation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the phenomenon that occurs when solar wind particles interact with ions in the ionosphere?

    <p>The interaction of solar wind particles with ions in the ionosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What lies beyond the thermosphere?

    <p>The exosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere?

    <p>To trap heat in the Earth's atmosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What would be the result if there were no greenhouse gases in the atmosphere?

    <p>The Earth would be too cold to support life</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of a greenhouse gas?

    <p>Carbon dioxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the greenhouse effect?

    <p>To warm the Earth's surface and lower atmosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What lies at an altitude of approximately 370 km within the thermosphere?

    <p>The International Space Station</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the sphere of life, encompassing all living organisms on Earth?

    <p>Biosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of Earth's surface is covered by water?

    <p>70%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the sphere of air, consisting of all gases surrounding Earth?

    <p>Atmosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the sphere of land, including Earth's crust and upper mantle?

    <p>Lithosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of the Biosphere?

    <p>Moss in forests</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of the Hydrosphere?

    <p>Clouds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate range of depth from the surface where most life on Earth is found?

    <p>3 meters below to 30 meters above the surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of the interaction between the four interconnected spheres of the Earth?

    <p>A delicate balance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate percentage of nitrogen in the atmosphere?

    <p>79%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the layer of the Earth that includes the crust and the upper part of the mantle?

    <p>Lithosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of the lithosphere?

    <p>Rock formations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process by which trees use carbon dioxide from the air during photosynthesis?

    <p>Photosynthesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of upsetting the balance between the Earth's spheres?

    <p>Disrupting the balance of the entire Earth system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the solid part of the Earth?

    <p>Geosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the layer of the Earth that lies beneath the crust and is composed of semi-solid rock?

    <p>Mantle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of a type of stone in the lithosphere?

    <p>Sand</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the region of space occupied by the Earth's atmosphere?

    <p>The region of space occupied by the Earth's atmosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the interaction between the Earth's spheres crucial for?

    <p>Maintaining life and the environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of geochemical analysis?

    <p>To determine the quality of the ore and the feasibility of mining operations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a historical diamond mining site?

    <p>The Kimberley Big Hole</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of topsoil removal in surface mining?

    <p>To set aside for later replacement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the process of restoring the natural vegetation after mining is completed?

    <p>Rehabilitation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of shaft mining?

    <p>To extract minerals located deep beneath the Earth's surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the composition of the inner core of the Earth?

    <p>Solid and primarily composed of iron and nickel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the Earth's mantle is semi-fluid?

    <p>Asthenosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the vertical structure above the shaft that houses the lift system?

    <p>Headgear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary method of mining used in Phalaborwa?

    <p>Surface mining</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the geosphere?

    <p>The rigid outer part of the Earth, along with the mantle and core</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to study the lithosphere?

    <p>Because it provides resources such as minerals and fossil fuels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Room and Pillar method?

    <p>To extract ore while leaving pillars of coal to support the roof</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of processing the ore?

    <p>To extract the valuable minerals from the waste rock</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process by which sediments settle out of the water or wind?

    <p>Deposition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of rock is formed from the cooling and solidification of magma or lava?

    <p>Igneous rock</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the layer of rock above the mineral deposit?

    <p>Overburden</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process by which dissolved minerals crystallize and glue particles of sediment together into one mass?

    <p>Cementation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of the process of weathering, erosion, deposition, compaction, and cementation?

    <p>Formation of sedimentary rock</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the transformation of rocks through various forms, such as sedimentary, metamorphic, and igneous rocks?

    <p>Rock cycle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the type of rock that is formed from existing sedimentary or igneous rocks that undergo changes due to heat and pressure within the Earth?

    <p>Metamorphic rock</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary process that forms metamorphic rocks?

    <p>High temperatures and pressures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of igneous rocks that depends on the cooling rate of magma or lava?

    <p>Size of crystals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the process of searching for mineral deposits in the lithosphere?

    <p>Exploration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step in mineral processing?

    <p>Crushing and grinding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the technique used to detect mineral deposits by analyzing the chemical composition of minerals?

    <p>Geochemical methods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of crushing in mineral processing?

    <p>To break down large chunks of ore into smaller pieces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the acquisition of information about an object or area from a distance?

    <p>Remote sensing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of crusher uses two plates to crush rocks?

    <p>Jaw crusher</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the type of rock that can be formed beneath the Earth's surface or on the surface?

    <p>Igneous rocks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of milling in mineral processing?

    <p>To grind rocks into fine powder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What drives the continuous rock cycle?

    <p>Plate tectonics, weathering, and the movement of water and wind</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the structures where diamonds are often found?

    <p>Kimberlite pipes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is used as grinding media in rod mills?

    <p>Long rods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of mining exploration?

    <p>To find high-quality ore in concentrated areas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which mineral is often found in its pure form as nuggets and grains?

    <p>Gold</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of the rock cycle process?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required to break down rocks into fine powder?

    <p>Significant amounts of energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process of breaking down chemical bonds to extract minerals?

    <p>Extraction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of separation techniques in mineral processing?

    <p>To separate valuable minerals from waste rock</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of crusher breaks rocks by squeezing them between an eccentrically gyrating spindle and a concave hopper?

    <p>Cone crusher</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of a force?

    <p>A push or pull on an object</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the unit of measurement for force?

    <p>Newton (N)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of a force in action?

    <p>Moving a desk by pushing or pulling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Newton's Third Law of Motion?

    <p>For every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of balanced forces on an object?

    <p>The object remains stationary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the direction of the arrow in a force diagram?

    <p>The direction of the force</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of unbalanced forces on an object?

    <p>The object accelerates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of force occurs when an object is being squashed or deformed by forces acting towards each other?

    <p>Compression</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of unbalanced forces?

    <p>One team pulling a rope harder than the other team in a tug-of-war</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Hooke's Law about?

    <p>The relationship between force and distance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of compression and tension forces acting together?

    <p>A bridge experiencing forces from vehicles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of force is friction?

    <p>Contact force</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the net force when multiple forces act on an object?

    <p>The sum of all forces acting on the object</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the normal force?

    <p>A force that acts perpendicular to the surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of force is always attractive and pulls objects towards each other?

    <p>Gravitational force</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the net force when an object is pushed with a force of 7 N and 10 N, and friction is 5 N?

    <p>12 N</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula to calculate the weight of an object?

    <p>W = m x g</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of materials are magnetic?

    <p>Iron, nickel, and cobalt</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of a contact force?

    <p>Frictional force</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is tension?

    <p>A force that acts when an object is being pulled by forces acting from opposite ends</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the nature of magnetic forces?

    <p>Like poles repel, and opposite poles attract</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of friction in our daily lives?

    <p>To allow us to walk without slipping</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of friction between objects leading to the transfer of electrons?

    <p>One object becomes positively charged, and the other negatively charged</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the nature of electrostatic forces?

    <p>Like charges repel, and opposite charges attract</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of a non-contact force?

    <p>Gravitational force</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the advantage of friction in vehicle safety?

    <p>It prevents skidding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common characteristic of all three field forces?

    <p>They can be attractive or repulsive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common example of electrostatic force?

    <p>A balloon attracting hair after being rubbed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do electric cells generate electricity?

    <p>Through chemical reactions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for forces that act over a distance without direct physical contact between objects?

    <p>Field forces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a salt bridge in a voltaic cell?

    <p>To connect the oxidation and reduction half-cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the electrolyte in an electric cell?

    <p>To facilitate the flow of electrons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between a battery and an electric cell?

    <p>A battery consists of multiple electric cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of increasing the temperature of a conductor?

    <p>It increases the resistance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a voltmeter in a circuit?

    <p>To measure the potential difference</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the experiment using a lemon?

    <p>To generate electricity using chemical reactions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the total voltage when cells are connected in series?

    <p>It increases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the copper nail in the lemon experiment?

    <p>It acts as an electrode</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between gravitational force and electrostatic force?

    <p>Gravitational force is always attractive, while electrostatic force can be attractive or repulsive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of an ammeter?

    <p>It has a low resistance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the current through each component in a series circuit?

    <p>The same</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the common application of electrostatic force?

    <p>Photocopiers and lighting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the total resistance when resistors are added in series?

    <p>It increases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of a series circuit?

    <p>It provides only one path for electric current</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are the voltage and resistance of a circuit affected when cells are connected in series?

    <p>Voltage increases, resistance increases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of connecting an ammeter in a circuit?

    <p>To measure the electric current</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of a parallel circuit?

    <p>It provides multiple paths for electric current</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when electrons moving through a conductor collide with the atoms of the material?

    <p>Resistance increases and the material heats up.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a resistor in an electrical circuit?

    <p>To control the current in the circuit.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the total resistance when resistors are added in parallel?

    <p>It decreases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of a rheostat in an electrical circuit?

    <p>To allow the user to adjust the current in the circuit.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect on the overall potential difference when cells are connected in parallel?

    <p>It stays the same</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are LEDs more efficient than incandescent light bulbs?

    <p>They convert a higher percentage of electrical energy into light.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do parallel circuits allow multiple devices to operate independently?

    <p>Because each device has its own separate path to the power source</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of a diode in an electrical circuit?

    <p>To have very low resistance to current flow in one direction and high resistance in the other direction.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a resistor in protecting an LED in a circuit?

    <p>To control the current flow through the LED.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for the total current in a parallel circuit?

    <p>I_total = I_1 + I_2 + I_3</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the salt bridge in the zinc-copper cell?

    <p>To allow the flow of ions between the two solutions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the overall resistance when more devices are added in parallel?

    <p>It decreases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the symbol for a resistor in a circuit diagram?

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    What occurs at the zinc electrode in the zinc-copper cell?

    <p>Zinc metal loses electrons and goes into the solution as zinc ions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to use parallel circuits in homes?

    <p>Because they allow multiple devices to operate independently</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the measure of how much a material opposes the flow of electric current?

    <p>Resistance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the energy when it enters a system as input energy?

    <p>It is converted into useful energy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for electrons that are not associated with a particular atom and can move freely?

    <p>Delocalized electrons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the advantage of connecting cells in parallel?

    <p>Increased battery life</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a Sankey diagram?

    <p>To show the energy transfers in a system.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a Sankey diagram in the context of lighting systems?

    <p>To illustrate the efficiency of energy transfer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of increasing the resistance in a circuit?

    <p>The current decreases.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main factor that affects the resistance of a conductor, according to its resistivity?

    <p>The type of material</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between current, voltage, and resistance described by?

    <p>Ohm's Law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the analogy used to explain the concept of resistors in parallel?

    <p>A school hall with multiple exit doors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the unit of measurement for resistance?

    <p>Ohms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of increasing the temperature of a conductor on its resistance?

    <p>It increases the resistance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of a conductor in a circuit?

    <p>To allow electric charge to flow through it easily</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between the thickness of a conductor and its resistance?

    <p>Thicker conductors have lower resistance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for an electrical component that adds resistance to a circuit?

    <p>Resistor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of increasing the length of a conductor on its resistance?

    <p>It increases the resistance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs when an energy source is connected to a conductor in a closed circuit?

    <p>The electrons move towards the positive terminal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula that relates the resistance of a conductor to its resistivity, length, and cross-sectional area?

    <p>R = * L / A</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a resistor in an electrical circuit?

    <p>To add resistance to the circuit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the filament in an incandescent light bulb?

    <p>To provide a high resistance to heat up and emit light</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary factor that affects the efficiency of energy transfer in a lighting system?

    <p>The design of the lighting system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the ability of a material to conduct electricity?

    <p>Conductivity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of increasing the cross-sectional area of a conductor on its resistance?

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