Gr 9 NATURAL SCIENCES: June Exam Medium

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What is the primary component of the plant cell wall?

  • Chlorophyll
  • Chitin
  • Cellulose (correct)
  • Peptidoglycan

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

  • To regulate the entry and exit of substances (correct)
  • To convert light energy into chemical energy
  • To perform mitosis
  • To synthesize proteins

Which organelle is responsible for photosynthesis in plant cells?

  • Lysosomes
  • Chloroplasts (correct)
  • Mitochondria
  • Golgi apparatus

What is the function of thylakoids in chloroplasts?

<p>To perform the light-dependent reactions of photosynthesis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is unique about the composition of plant cell walls compared to other organisms?

<p>They contain cellulose (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are chloroplasts absent in animal cells?

<p>Because animal cells don't need to perform photosynthesis (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of chlorophyll in chloroplasts?

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

What is the main difference between plant and animal cells?

<p>Plant cells have chloroplasts and animal cells don't (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of chlorophyll in plant cells?

<p>To capture light energy for photosynthesis (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the fluid-filled space surrounding the thylakoids in chloroplasts?

<p>Stroma (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of chloroplasts in plant cells?

<p>To convert solar energy into chemical energy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the central vacuole filled with?

<p>Water, enzymes, ions, salts, and other substances (A)</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 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

Which organelle is responsible for converting light energy into chemical energy in plant cells?

<p>Chloroplasts (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between plant and animal cells in terms of their cell membranes?

<p>Plant cells have a cell wall, while animal cells do not (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main component of the cell wall in bacteria?

<p>Peptidoglycan (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of chlorophyll in chloroplasts?

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

What is the main function of the thylakoids in chloroplasts?

<p>To convert light energy into chemical energy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is unique about the composition of plant cell walls compared to other organisms?

<p>They are composed of cellulose (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are chloroplasts essential for plant cells?

<p>They convert light energy into chemical energy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does the Calvin cycle take place in a chloroplast?

<p>Stroma (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the central vacuole in plant cells?

<p>Store nutrients and waste products (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between plant and animal cells in terms of shape and structure?

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

What is the function of plasmodesmata in plant cells?

<p>Cell-to-cell communication (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of lysosomes in animal cells?

<p>Breaking down cellular waste and debris (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Breakdown of fatty acids and detoxification (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of electron microscopes?

<p>Observing the ultrastructure of cells and tissues (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Magnifies the image (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between light microscopes and electron microscopes?

<p>Electron microscopes use electrons for higher magnification (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are vacuoles essential for plant cell growth?

<p>They enable cell growth by absorbing water and expanding (C)</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 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

<p>Differentiation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of cells are capable of dividing and differentiating into various specialized cells?

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

What is the term for organisms that consist of a single cell that performs all life functions?

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

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

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

What is the primary cause of ulcers?

<p>Bacterial infections or certain medications (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of microscope preparation is used for observing hair, feathers, pollen grains, or dust?

<p>Dry Mount (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the hierarchical level of organization that consists of groups of similar cells working together to perform a specific function?

<p>Tissues (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the circulatory system?

<p>To transport oxygen and nutrients to cells and remove waste products (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of stem cells are found in tissues like bone marrow and are essential for tissue maintenance and repair?

<p>Adult Stem Cells (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of capillaries in the circulatory system?

<p>To exchange gases, nutrients, and waste products between blood and tissues (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main component of blood?

<p>Plasma (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of staining in microscope preparation?

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

What is the purpose of pulmonary circulation?

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

Which of the following is NOT a component of the digestive system?

<p>Heart (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is high blood pressure also known as?

<p>Hypertension (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of high blood pressure?

<p>Heart disease, stroke, kidney failure, and other serious health problems (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the esophagus in the digestive system?

<p>To move chewed food from the mouth to the stomach (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following organs is responsible for producing enzymes that aid in digestion?

<p>Pancreas (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the description of a heart attack?

<p>A blockage in the coronary arteries (B)</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 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the large intestine (colon)?

<p>To absorb water and salts from the remaining indigestible food matter (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Egestion (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the heart in the circulatory system?

<p>To pump blood throughout the body (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the process of breaking down large food pieces into smaller particles that can be absorbed?

<p>Digestion (B)</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 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of an organ system?

<p>Digestive system (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a complete living entity capable of performing all life processes?

<p>Organism (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of lung cancer?

<p>Smoking (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the nervous system?

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

What is bronchitis?

<p>The inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of neurons?

<p>To transmit electrical impulses (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the brain?

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

What is the primary function of the spinal cord?

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

What is tuberculosis?

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

What is the primary function of sensory organs?

<p>To detect external stimuli and send information to the brain for interpretation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the cerebrum?

<p>To store memories and generate thoughts and emotions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of nerves?

<p>To transmit neural signals (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the trachea?

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

What is the consequence of a stroke?

<p>Brain cells begin to die within minutes, which can result in loss of function controlled by the affected brain area (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the respiratory system?

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

What is the function of the diaphragm?

<p>To play a crucial role in breathing by contracting and relaxing to change the volume of the thoracic cavity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of the affected heart muscle being damaged or dying?

<p>The heart muscle can be damaged or die, potentially leading to heart failure or death (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the process by which oxygen diffuses into the capillaries and carbon dioxide diffuses out of the capillaries?

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

What is the function of the alveoli?

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

What is the process by which the diaphragm and intercostal muscles contract and relax to change the volume of the thoracic cavity?

<p>Breathing (ventilation) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of cellular respiration?

<p>The production of ATP (adenosine triphosphate) and the release of carbon dioxide and water (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the pharynx?

<p>To conduct air from the nasal cavity and mouth to the larynx and esophagus (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the nervous system?

<p>To process and integrate sensory information (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between reflex actions and voluntary responses?

<p>Reflex actions are faster and more involuntary (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

What is the primary function of the excretory system?

<p>To remove waste products from the body (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which organs are responsible for filtering blood to remove waste products and excess substances?

<p>Kidneys (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common symptom of a stroke?

<p>Sudden numbness (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of degenerative disorders such as Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson's disease?

<p>Progressive loss of neural function (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of substance abuse on the brain?

<p>Irreversible brain damage (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the kidneys in maintaining homeostasis?

<p>Filtering blood to remove waste products (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the excretory system in maintaining homeostasis?

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

What is the purpose of the stage in a microscope?

<p>To place the slide (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Differentiation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Wet mount (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the diaphragm in a microscope?

<p>To control the amount of light (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of cells are capable of dividing and differentiating into various specialized cells?

<p>Stem cells (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for organisms that consist of a single cell that performs all life functions?

<p>Unicellular organisms (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of staining in microscope preparation?

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

What is the hierarchical level of organization that consists of groups of similar cells working together to perform a specific function?

<p>Tissues (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of stem cells are found in tissues like bone marrow and are essential for tissue maintenance and repair?

<p>Adult stem cells (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

What is the primary function of the digestive system?

<p>To absorb nutrients into the bloodstream (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a component of the digestive system?

<p>Brain (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the stomach in the digestive system?

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

What is the term for the process of breaking down large food pieces into smaller particles that can be absorbed?

<p>Digestion (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the small intestine in the digestive system?

<p>To absorb nutrients into the bloodstream (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the circulatory system?

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

What is a common consequence of high blood pressure?

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

What is the hierarchical level of organization that consists of groups of similar cells working together to perform a specific function?

<p>Tissue (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of capillaries in the circulatory system?

<p>To exchange gases, nutrients, and waste products (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main component of blood?

<p>Plasma, red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a complete living entity capable of performing all life processes?

<p>Organism (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of peristaltic contractions in the esophagus?

<p>To move food from the mouth to the stomach (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of systemic circulation?

<p>To deliver oxygen and nutrients to tissues (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of anorexia nervosa?

<p>Severe food restriction and starvation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of enzymes in the digestive system?

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

What is liver cirrhosis?

<p>A disease that gradually replaces healthy liver tissue with scar tissue (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the heart in the circulatory system?

<p>To pump blood throughout the body (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the digestive system?

<p>To provide energy and nutrients to the body (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is diarrhea?

<p>Frequent, loose, watery stools (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of thylakoids in chloroplasts?

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

What is the primary function of the central vacuole in plant cells?

<p>To provide turgor pressure (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Plant cells have a fixed shape, while animal cells have a flexible shape (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of plasmodesmata in plant cells?

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

What is the main function of lysosomes in animal cells?

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

What is the primary function of electron microscopes?

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

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

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

What is the primary difference between light microscopes and electron microscopes?

<p>The resolution and magnification capabilities (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are vacuoles essential for plant cell growth?

<p>They absorb water and expand, enabling cell growth (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

What is the main difference between plant and animal cells in terms of their cell structure?

<p>Plant cells have a cell wall while animal cells do not (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which organelle is responsible for regulating the internal environment of the plant cell?

<p>Cell membrane (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of chlorophyll in chloroplasts?

<p>To convert light energy into chemical energy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic unique to plant cells?

<p>Presence of a cell wall (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of thylakoids in chloroplasts?

<p>To convert light energy into chemical energy (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a function of the cell wall in plant cells?

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

What is the main difference between plant and animal cells in terms of their cell functions?

<p>Plant cells are capable of photosynthesis while animal cells are not (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary symptom of asthma?

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

Which of the following is a common cause of lung cancer?

<p>All of the above (D)</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 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of neurons?

<p>To transmit electrical impulses (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the process of transmitting nerve impulses?

<p>Transmission of nerve impulses (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of sensory organs?

<p>To detect external stimuli (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Tuberculosis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of chronic bronchitis?

<p>Inflammation of the bronchial tubes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of regular exercise in maintaining respiratory health?

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

<p>To coordinate all bodily functions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of a blockage in a blood vessel in the brain?

<p>Paralysis, speech difficulties, and memory loss (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the trachea?

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What is the term for the process by which the body takes in oxygen and releases carbon dioxide?

<p>Respiration (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the alveoli in the lungs?

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

What is the term for the movement of oxygen into the cells and carbon dioxide out of the cells?

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

What are the main organs of the respiratory system?

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

<p>To change the volume of the thoracic cavity, allowing air to flow in and out of the lungs (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of high blood pressure?

<p>Heart failure or death (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the bronchi?

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What is the term for the process by which air is taken in and out of the lungs?

<p>Breathing (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the nervous system?

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

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

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

What is the consequence of damage to the brain or spinal cord from accidents or injuries?

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

What is the term for the process by which the body removes waste products?

<p>Excretion (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the kidneys?

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What is the effect of a stroke on the brain?

<p>Brain cells die due to lack of oxygen (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of degenerative disorders such as Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson's disease?

<p>Progressive loss of neural function (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>It can cause irreversible brain damage and memory loss (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the excretory system in maintaining homeostasis?

<p>To maintain fluid and electrolyte balance (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the nervous system in regulating body functions?

<p>To coordinate various bodily functions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the muscular walls in the ureters?

<p>To propel urine downward through peristalsis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the bladder?

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

What is the term for the process of waste products and excess substances being filtered out of the blood in the kidneys?

<p>Filtration (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the process of essential substances being reabsorbed back into the bloodstream in the kidneys?

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What is the function of the urethra in males?

<p>For urination and as a passage for semen during ejaculation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the final waste products and excess substances that are excreted from the body?

<p>Urine (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the renal pelvis?

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What is the term for the network of capillaries in the nephrons where blood filtration begins?

<p>Glomerulus (A)</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 through sexual reproduction (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which female reproductive organ is responsible for producing ova and releasing them during ovulation?

<p>Ovaries (A)</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 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the process by which a fertilized egg implants itself into the lining of the uterus?

<p>Implantation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>To house the testes and regulate their temperature (C)</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 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens if fertilization does not occur in the female reproductive system?

<p>The lining of the uterus is shed through the vagina (C)</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 from the epididymis to the urethra (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>To house and nourish a developing fetus during pregnancy (A)</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 release them during ovulation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of puberty?

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

What is the role of the pituitary gland in puberty?

<p>To release specific hormones that stimulate sex organ development (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common cause of infertility?

<p>Low sperm count (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Foetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS)?

<p>A condition caused by alcohol consumption during pregnancy (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of ejaculation in males?

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

What is endometriosis?

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

What is the purpose of the reproductive system?

<p>To ensure the continuation of species (C)</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 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is prostate cancer?

<p>A type of cancer that affects the prostate gland (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of puberty in females?

<p>Breast development (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

<p>Glomerulonephritis (A)</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 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the nervous system?

<p>To coordinate the body's actions and sensory information (D)</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 (A)</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 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the inflammation of the bladder caused by bacterial infection?

<p>Cystitis (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>To interpret sensory information (A)</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?

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What is the purpose of the peripheral nervous system?

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Which sensory organ detects light and enables vision?

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What is the process by which neurons in the brain send and receive messages?

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What is the main function of the hypothalamus in the brain?

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

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What is the name of the condition that occurs when blood flow to the brain is interrupted?

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Which disease is an example of a degenerative disorder that affects memory and cognition?

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What is the result of substance abuse on the brain?

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During puberty, what happens to the voice of a male?

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What is the primary function of oestrogen in females?

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What is the function of sensory receptors in the skin?

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What is the main function of olfactory receptors in the nose?

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What is the function of the scrotum in males?

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What is the result of damage to sensory organs, such as the eyes or ears?

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What is the primary function of the urethra in males?

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What is the primary function of the vagina in females?

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What is the role of the pituitary gland in puberty?

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

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What is the purpose of the lining of the uterus, also known as the endometrium?

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What is the primary function of testosterone in males?

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What is the function of the sperm duct (vas deferens) in males?

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What is the process by which an egg is released from an ovary and travels through the fallopian tube towards the uterus?

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What is the primary function of the penis in males?

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Where does fertilization of the egg by sperm typically occur?

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What is the duration of the female reproductive cycle?

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What is the result of increased oil production during puberty?

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What is the purpose of the fallopian tubes?

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

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What is the primary cause of kidney failure?

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What is glomerulonephritis?

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What is the primary function of the nervous system?

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What is the purpose of the spinal cord?

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What is the function of nerves?

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What is PKD?

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What is the primary function of the brain?

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What is the function of the central nervous system (CNS)?

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

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

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

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What is the final stage of the excretory process in the kidneys?

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What is the term for the network of capillaries in the nephron where blood filtration begins?

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

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What is the primary purpose of puberty?

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What is the difference between the urethra in males and females?

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What is a common health issue affecting the male reproductive system?

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

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What is a consequence of untreated Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)?

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What is a characteristic of Foetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS)?

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What is infertility characterized by?

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What is the purpose of the reproductive system?

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What triggers puberty?

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What is a symptom of endometriosis?

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What is a type of STD?

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Why is understanding the reproductive system important?

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

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What is the primary function of the scrotum?

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What is the primary function of the uterus?

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During puberty, what occurs to the voice in males?

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What is the process called when an egg is released from an ovary?

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What is the primary function of the urethra?

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What is the purpose of the lining of the uterus?

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What is the typical duration of the female reproductive cycle?

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What is the function of the vagina?

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Where does fertilization of the egg by sperm typically occur?

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

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What is responsible for widening of the hips in females during puberty?

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What is the function of sensory organs in the human body?

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What is the function of the oviducts (Fallopian tubes)?

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What is the result of increased oil production in both males and females during puberty?

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What is the role of neurons in the brain?

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How do sound waves enter the ear?

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What is the primary function of the penis?

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

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What is the function of the hypothalamus in the brain?

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

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What is the effect of a stroke on the brain?

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What is the function of taste buds on the tongue?

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What is the result of substance abuse on the brain?

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What is the function of olfactory receptors in the nasal cavity?

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What is the result of damage to sensory receptors or nerves?

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What is the primary purpose of the reproductive system?

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

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

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What is the process by which a fertilized egg implants into the lining of the uterus?

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

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

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What occurs if fertilization does not occur in the female reproductive system?

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

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

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What is the process by which an ovary releases a mature egg in the female reproductive system?

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What is the purpose of the thickened uterine lining during ovulation?

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Where does fertilization typically occur?

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What is the function of the placenta during pregnancy?

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What happens to the thickened uterine lining if the egg is not fertilized?

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What is the result of fertilization?

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What is the function of the umbilical cord?

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What is the journey of sperm after ejaculation?

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What is the purpose of ovulation?

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What happens to the diaphragm during exhalation?

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What is the main function of alveoli in the lungs?

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During which process does oxygen diffuse from the alveoli into the blood?

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What is the term for the movement of particles from an area of high concentration to an area of low concentration?

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What is the importance of gaseous exchange in the lungs?

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What is the consequence of damage to alveoli?

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Which of the following types of digestion involves the physical breakdown of food through chewing and churning?

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What is the primary function of the stomach in the alimentary canal?

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What surrounds each alveolus?

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Which enzyme breaks down carbohydrates?

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What is the function of bronchi and bronchioles in the lungs?

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Why is the structure of the lungs adapted for efficient gaseous exchange?

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What is the primary function of the small intestine in the alimentary canal?

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What is the consequence of inflated alveoli?

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What is the process of expelling undigested and unabsorbed food from the body?

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What is the term for the series of muscle contractions that move food through the alimentary canal?

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Which part of the alimentary canal is responsible for the initial breakdown of food through mechanical and chemical digestion?

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What is the primary function of the oesophagus in the alimentary canal?

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What is the primary function of the large intestine (colon) in the alimentary canal?

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Which part of the alimentary canal stores feces until they are expelled through the anus during defecation?

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What is the primary energy source for the body?

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Which nutrient is essential for strong bones and teeth?

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What is the function of fiber in the diet?

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What is the percentage of water in the human body?

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Which vitamin is essential for healthy skin and gums?

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What is the consequence of poor dietary choices?

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What is the purpose of the seven essential groups of food?

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What is the function of oils in the diet?

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What is the purpose of chemical tests in identifying food molecules?

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What is the function of the left atrium in the heart?

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What is the importance of a balanced diet?

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What is the primary function of arteries?

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In which organelle does cellular respiration occur?

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What is the function of capillaries?

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What is the pathway of deoxygenated blood?

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What is the function of the right ventricle?

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What is the characteristic of arteries?

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What is the function of the heart in the circulatory system?

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What is the significance of a lower resting heart rate?

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What is the process by which cells receive oxygen and expel carbon dioxide?

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What is the primary function of the umbilical cord during human pregnancy?

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What is the term for the period of time during which the embryo develops into a fetus?

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What is the consequence of consuming alcohol during pregnancy?

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What is the primary function of the diaphragm during inhalation?

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What is the role of the heart in the respiratory system?

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What is the process by which oxygen from the inhaled air enters the blood in the capillaries?

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What is the term for the tiny air sacs located at the ends of the bronchioles?

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What is the role of the intercostal muscles during inhalation?

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What is the term for the pathway that air takes during inhalation and exhalation?

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What is the consequence of not treating Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)?

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What is the primary function of the left ventricle in the heart?

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What is the purpose of capillaries in the circulatory system?

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What is the by-product of cellular respiration in the mitochondria?

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What is the function of veins in the circulatory system?

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What is the significance of a lower resting heart rate?

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What is the pathway of deoxygenated blood from the body to the heart?

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What is the role of the heart in the circulatory system?

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What is the primary function of the thickened uterine lining during ovulation?

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What is the function of arteries in the circulatory system?

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What happens to the sperm that do not penetrate the egg during fertilization?

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What is the purpose of pulmonary circulation?

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What is the primary function of the placenta during pregnancy?

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What is the consequence of high blood pressure?

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What is the process by which the egg's surface changes to prevent additional sperm from entering?

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What is the result of menstruation if the egg is not fertilized?

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What is the pathway that sperm take during sexual intercourse?

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What is the result of the fertilization process?

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What is the role of the embryo in the formation of the placenta?

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What is the primary function of the umbilical cord during pregnancy?

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What is the term for the period of time during which the embryo develops into a fetus?

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What is the result of excessive alcohol consumption during pregnancy?

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What is the primary function of the diaphragm during inhalation?

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What is the term for the process by which oxygen diffuses from the air into the blood in the lungs?

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What is the role of the heart in the respiratory system?

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What is the primary function of the intercostal muscles during inhalation?

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What is the term for the tiny air sacs at the ends of the bronchioles where gas exchange occurs?

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What is the purpose of mechanical digestion in the alimentary canal?

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What is the term for the inability to conceive after a year of regular, unprotected intercourse?

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Which enzyme breaks down carbohydrates in the mouth?

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What is the primary function of haemoglobin in red blood cells?

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What is the function of the small intestine in the alimentary canal?

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What is the name of the process that moves food through the alimentary canal?

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What is the primary function of the oesophagus in the alimentary canal?

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Which part of the alimentary canal is responsible for storing feces until defecation?

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What is the term for the process of expelling undigested and unabsorbed food from the body?

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Which enzyme breaks down proteins in the stomach?

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What is the function of villi and microvilli in the small intestine?

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What is the primary function of the stomach in the alimentary canal?

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What happens to the diaphragm during exhalation?

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What is the primary energy source for the body?

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What is the function of the alveoli in the lungs?

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Which nutrient is essential for building and repairing body cells and tissues?

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What is the result of the decreased thoracic volume during exhalation?

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What is the process by which particles move from an area of high concentration to an area of low concentration?

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What is the function of fibre in the digestive system?

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What happens to oxygen during inhalation?

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What is the primary function of vitamins in the body?

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What is the consequence of poor dietary choices?

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What is the role of the capillaries in the lungs?

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What is the primary function of water in the body?

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What is the result of efficient gaseous exchange in the lungs?

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What is the name of the disease that results from inflammation and narrowing of the airways?

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What is the importance of a balanced diet?

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What is the function of the bronchi and bronchioles?

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What is the role of fats and oils in the body?

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What is the primary source of minerals in the diet?

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What is the result of damage to the alveoli, reducing the surface area for gas exchange?

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What is the importance of vitamins in the body?

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What are compounds composed of?

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What is a molecule?

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What is a formula unit?

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What is unique about elements?

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How do scientists approach understanding chemical reactions?

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What is the correct name for the compound with the formula Nâ‚‚Oâ‚„?

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What is the observation when magnesium is ignited?

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What is the symbolic representation of the reaction between magnesium and oxygen?

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What is a balanced equation in chemistry?

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What is the reaction between phosphorus and oxygen?

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What is the result of balancing the equation of magnesium burning in oxygen?

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What is the result of not protecting iron and steel from rust?

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What is the purpose of galvanised products in various applications?

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What is the purpose of adding coefficients in front of the chemical formulas when balancing an equation?

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What is the product of the reaction between zinc and oxygen?

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What is the result of balancing the equation of methane combustion?

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What is the rule when adding coefficients to balance a chemical equation?

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

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What is the difference between a reactant and a product in a chemical reaction?

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What is the purpose of a word equation?

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What is the difference between a chemical equation and a chemical reaction?

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What is the general word equation for reactions involving metals and oxygen?

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What is the purpose of coefficients in chemical equations?

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What is the formula for the oxide formed when Group 1 metals react with oxygen?

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What is the name of the flaky, crusty, reddish-brown product that forms on iron when it reacts with oxygen in the air?

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What is the chemical formula for iron(III) oxide?

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What is the product of the reaction between sulfur and oxygen?

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What is the systematic name of the product formed in the reaction between phosphorus and oxygen?

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What is the primary use of sulfur dioxide in food preservation?

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What is the chemical equation for the reaction between sulfur and oxygen?

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What is the term for compounds formed when non-metals react with oxygen?

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

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What is the chemical equation for the reaction between phosphorus and oxygen?

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What is the systematic name of water?

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What is the source of energy for electricity generation in power stations?

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

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What is the visual representation of carbon reacting with oxygen?

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

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At which level can we observe substances and their changes with our senses?

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

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What is the equation for the chemical reaction between hydrogen and oxygen to form water?

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What is the product of the combustion reaction of iron?

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What is the result of the reaction between potassium and water?

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Why are safety precautions necessary during demonstrations of combustion reactions?

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Which level of representation uses chemical symbols and formulae to describe the composition and transformation of matter?

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What is the role of fine steel threads in the combustion reaction of iron?

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What is the IUPAC name for the compound with the formula FeS?

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What is the symbolic representation of the reaction of magnesium with oxygen?

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What is the unique feature of the naming system developed by the International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry (IUPAC)?

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What is the macroscopic observation of the reaction of magnesium with oxygen?

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What is the submicroscopic representation of the reactants in the reaction of magnesium with oxygen?

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What is the IUPAC name for the compound with the formula LiF?

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What is the energy change observed in the reaction of magnesium with oxygen?

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What is the result of the reaction between lithium and water?

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What is the product formed when magnesium combines with oxygen?

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What is the IUPAC name for the compound with the formula CO?

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What is the process by which magnesium reacts with oxygen?

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What is the characteristic of alkali metals?

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What is the IUPAC name for the compound with the formula Nâ‚‚Oâ‚„?

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What is the significance of the demonstration of the combustion reaction of magnesium?

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What is the purpose of the IUPAC naming system?

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What is the definition of a compound?

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What is the term for the smallest repeating unit that represents the compound's composition in a crystal lattice?

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What is unique about the atoms in a compound?

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What is an example of a diatomic molecule?

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What is the difference between water (Hâ‚‚O) and hydrogen peroxide (Hâ‚‚Oâ‚‚)?

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What is the definition of a molecule?

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What is the characteristic of crystal lattices?

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What is the term for elements that naturally exist as diatomic molecules?

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

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What is the formula of the oxide formed when Group 1 metals react with oxygen?

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

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

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What is the purpose of coefficients in a chemical equation?

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

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

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What is the name of the flaky, crusty, reddish-brown product that forms on iron when it reacts with oxygen in the air?

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What is the term for the process of balancing a chemical equation?

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What is the purpose of subscripts in a chemical formula?

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What is the purpose of chemical bonds in a compound?

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What does the subscript in a chemical formula indicate?

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What is the purpose of the Periodic Table?

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What is the difference between metals and non-metals?

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What is the purpose of the chemical symbol in the Periodic Table?

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What is the result of a chemical reaction?

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What is the purpose of the groups in the Periodic Table?

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What is the difference between the atomic number and atomic mass of an element?

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What is the purpose of the atomic number in the Periodic Table?

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What is the definition of a balanced equation?

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What is the first step in balancing a chemical equation?

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What is the rule for modifying a chemical equation to balance it?

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What is the result of burning iron or steel wool in air?

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What is the term for a chemical reaction that occurs when a substance reacts with oxygen, releasing energy in the form of light and heat?

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What is the purpose of the demonstration of burning iron or steel wool in air?

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What is the visual effect of burning iron or steel wool in air?

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What is the role of oxygen in the combustion reaction of iron or steel wool?

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What is the type of chemical reaction that occurs when iron or steel wool burns in air?

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What is the name of the alloy primarily composed of iron that is used in the demonstration of burning iron or steel wool in air?

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What is the product of the reaction between iron and oxygen in the presence of water?

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Which of the following environments accelerates the rusting process?

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What is the primary purpose of galvanizing iron or steel?

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What is the result of rusting on metal structures?

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

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What is the purpose of applying coatings to iron or steel?

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What is the result of acid presence in the air?

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What is the purpose of alloying iron with other elements?

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Why is steel commonly used in construction?

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What is the purpose of chromium coating on iron?

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

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What is the difference between a subscript and a coefficient in a chemical equation?

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What is the key component of a chemical reaction?

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What is the purpose of a word equation?

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What is the purpose of a picture equation?

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What is the purpose of a chemical equation?

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What is the meaning of a balanced equation?

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What is the purpose of balancing a chemical equation?

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What is the term for the process of iron reacting with oxygen to form iron oxide?

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

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What is the purpose of coating iron with chromium?

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What is the reaction between zinc and oxygen that forms a protective layer?

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In which environments is rusting accelerated?

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

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

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What is the product of the reaction of sulfur with oxygen?

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

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What is the purpose of galvanising with zinc?

<p>To prevent rust (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the common application of galvanised products?

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What is the primary product of the combustion reaction of carbon with oxygen?

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What is the characteristic of zinc oxide that makes it an effective protective layer?

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

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

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What is the color of the flame produced when sulfur burns in oxygen?

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What is the primary source of energy for electricity generation in coal-powered power stations?

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What is the toxic gas produced when sulfur reacts with oxygen?

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What is the purpose of the combustion reaction of carbon in coal-powered power stations?

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

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What is the reactant that reacts with oxygen to produce carbon dioxide?

<p>Carbon (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of the combustion reaction of sulfur?

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What is the product of the reaction between sulfur and oxygen?

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What is the term for compounds formed when non-metals react with oxygen?

<p>Non-metal oxides (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the systematic name of the product formed when phosphorus reacts with oxygen?

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

What is the name of the oxide formed when hydrogen reacts with oxygen?

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

What is the name of the oxide formed when carbon reacts with oxygen?

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

What is the purpose of using sulfur dioxide in wine production?

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

What is the toxicity of sulfur dioxide?

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What is the reaction between phosphorus and oxygen?

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What is the reaction between hydrogen and oxygen?

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What is the common name of the oxide formed when sulfur reacts with oxygen?

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What is the pH range of strong acids?

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What happens when an acid and a base react to form a neutral solution?

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What is the purpose of a universal indicator?

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What is the pH of neutral substances?

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What is the term for the process of an acid and a base reacting to form a neutral solution?

<p>Neutralisation reaction (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the pH range of weak bases?

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What is the purpose of using indicators in measuring pH?

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What is the term for the scale that measures the acidity or basicity of a substance?

<p>pH scale (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the acidity of an acid when it reacts with a base?

<p>It decreases (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical product of a neutralisation reaction?

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

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What is the purpose of writing word equations, picture equations, and chemical equations?

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What is the importance of balancing chemical equations?

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What is the pH value a measure of?

<p>The measurement of acidity or basicity (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of indicators in acid-base chemistry?

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What is the importance of understanding the reactions of non-metals with oxygen?

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What type of compounds form solutions with pH values above 7 when dissolved in water?

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What is the general equation for the reaction between an acid and a metal hydroxide?

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What is formed when an acid reacts with a metal hydroxide?

<p>Salt and water (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the universal indicator paper in the experiment involving sodium hydroxide and hydrochloric acid?

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What is the general equation for the reaction between an acid and a metal carbonate?

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What is formed when an acid reacts with a metal carbonate?

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What is the purpose of the experiment involving calcium carbonate and hydrochloric acid?

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What is the reaction between calcium carbonate and hydrochloric acid an example of?

<p>Neutralization reaction (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the product formed when an acid reacts with a metal hydroxide?

<p>Salt and water (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the product formed when an acid reacts with a metal carbonate?

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What is the primary focus of a pharmacist's work?

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What is the primary component of shells of marine organisms, snails, pearls, oysters, and bird eggshells?

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What is the general pattern of the reaction between an acid and a metal oxide?

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What is the typical workplace of a pharmacist?

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What is the main difference between a pharmacist and a chemist?

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What is the pH of the solution when a metal oxide is dissolved in water?

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What is the purpose of adding lime to soil in agricultural practices?

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What is a key role of a pharmacist in ensuring patient care?

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What is the product of the reaction between an acid and a metal oxide?

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What is the general equation for the reaction between an acid and a metal?

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What is a key difference in the education of a pharmacist versus a chemist?

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What is the characteristic of non-metal oxides?

<p>Acidic and form solutions with pH &lt; 7 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a chemist?

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What is observed during the reaction between hydrochloric acid and magnesium?

<p>Bubbles form and a gas is produced (D)</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 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the general equation for the reaction between an acid and a metal oxide?

<p>acid + metal oxide → salt + water (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the gas collection apparatus in the investigation?

<p>To collect and test the gas produced (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of metal hydroxides?

<p>Basic and form solutions with pH &gt; 7 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the chemical equation for the reaction between hydrochloric acid and magnesium?

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What is the result of the reaction between an acid and a metal oxide in terms of pH?

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What is the role of the thistle funnel in the investigation?

<p>To add the acid to the magnesium (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the general equation for the reaction between an acid and a base?

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What is the product of the reaction between hydrochloric acid and magnesium besides hydrogen gas?

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What is the purpose of the steps to write reaction equations?

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What is the term for the process of adding lime to soil to increase its pH and provide calcium for plant growth?

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