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NDQ_012445
what is the role of the trna molecules?
a. the trna determines the order of the amino acids in the protein, b. the trna reads the mrna code and brings a specific amino acid to the, c. the trna brings the genetic message to the ribosome from the nucleus, d. all of the above
b
Lesson: translation of rna to protein Translation: The mRNA, which is transcribed from the DNA in the nucleus, carries the directions for the protein-making process. mRNA tells the ribosome ( Figure 1.1) how to create a specific protein. Ribosomes translate RNA into a protein with a specific amino acid sequence. The t...
NDQ_012446
what is the sequence of the anticodon that binds to a cua codon?
a. gau, b. gat, c. cua, d. cta
a
Lesson: translation of rna to protein Translation: The mRNA, which is transcribed from the DNA in the nucleus, carries the directions for the protein-making process. mRNA tells the ribosome ( Figure 1.1) how to create a specific protein. Ribosomes translate RNA into a protein with a specific amino acid sequence. The t...
NDQ_012447
which of the following statements concerning codons is true?
a. codons are read in the ribosome, b. codons are found in the mrna sequence, c. codons consist of three rna bases, d. all of the above statements are true
d
Lesson: translation of rna to protein Translation: The mRNA, which is transcribed from the DNA in the nucleus, carries the directions for the protein-making process. mRNA tells the ribosome ( Figure 1.1) how to create a specific protein. Ribosomes translate RNA into a protein with a specific amino acid sequence. The t...
NDQ_012448
ggg codes for glycine and ccc codes for proline. if the sequence within a gene is ggggggcccgggccc, what is the amino acid sequence of the corresponding protein?
a. gly-gly-pro-gly-pro, b. pro-pro-gly-pro-gly, c. gly-gly-pro-pro-gly, d. pro-pro-gly-gly-pro
b
Lesson: translation of rna to protein Translation: The mRNA, which is transcribed from the DNA in the nucleus, carries the directions for the protein-making process. mRNA tells the ribosome ( Figure 1.1) how to create a specific protein. Ribosomes translate RNA into a protein with a specific amino acid sequence. The t...
NDQ_012479
not all echinoderms have the ability to move around.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: types of echinoderms Types of Echinoderms: The echinoderms can be divided into two major groups: 1. Eleutherozoa are the echinoderms that can move. This group includes the starfish and most other echinoderms. 2. Pelmatozoa are the immobile echinoderms. This group includes crinoids, such as the feather stars. L...
NDQ_012480
sand dollars can be found both in the ocean and on land.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: types of echinoderms Types of Echinoderms: The echinoderms can be divided into two major groups: 1. Eleutherozoa are the echinoderms that can move. This group includes the starfish and most other echinoderms. 2. Pelmatozoa are the immobile echinoderms. This group includes crinoids, such as the feather stars. L...
NDQ_012484
which is a characteristic of a starfish?
a. capture prey for their own food, b. bottom feeders with long, narrow arms, c. have movable spines, d. armless and elongated
a
Lesson: types of echinoderms Types of Echinoderms: The echinoderms can be divided into two major groups: 1. Eleutherozoa are the echinoderms that can move. This group includes the starfish and most other echinoderms. 2. Pelmatozoa are the immobile echinoderms. This group includes crinoids, such as the feather stars. L...
NDQ_012485
which is a characteristic of a brittle star?
a. capture prey for their own food, b. bottom feeders with long, narrow arms, c. have movable spines, d. armless and elongated
b
Lesson: types of echinoderms Types of Echinoderms: The echinoderms can be divided into two major groups: 1. Eleutherozoa are the echinoderms that can move. This group includes the starfish and most other echinoderms. 2. Pelmatozoa are the immobile echinoderms. This group includes crinoids, such as the feather stars. L...
NDQ_012486
which echinoderms are able to move relatively quickly?
a. sea cucumbers, b. sand dollars, c. asteroids, d. brittle stars
d
Lesson: types of echinoderms Types of Echinoderms: The echinoderms can be divided into two major groups: 1. Eleutherozoa are the echinoderms that can move. This group includes the starfish and most other echinoderms. 2. Pelmatozoa are the immobile echinoderms. This group includes crinoids, such as the feather stars. L...
NDQ_012487
which echinoderms have movable spines?
a. sand dollars, b. starfish, c. sea cucumbers, d. brittle stars
a
Lesson: types of echinoderms Types of Echinoderms: The echinoderms can be divided into two major groups: 1. Eleutherozoa are the echinoderms that can move. This group includes the starfish and most other echinoderms. 2. Pelmatozoa are the immobile echinoderms. This group includes crinoids, such as the feather stars. L...
NDQ_012488
echinoderms that cannot move include
a. feather stars, b. starfish, c. sand dollars, d. none of the above
a
Lesson: types of echinoderms Types of Echinoderms: The echinoderms can be divided into two major groups: 1. Eleutherozoa are the echinoderms that can move. This group includes the starfish and most other echinoderms. 2. Pelmatozoa are the immobile echinoderms. This group includes crinoids, such as the feather stars. L...
NDQ_012498
vegetable oil, olive oil, and nuts are good sources of carbohydrates.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: types of nutrients Nutrients: Carbohydrates, proteins, and lipids contain energy. When your body digests food, it breaks down the molecules of these nutrients. This releases the energy so your body can use it. Carbohydrates: Carbohydrates are nutrients that include sugars, starches, and fiber. There are two ...
NDQ_012499
unsaturated lipids are needed in small amounts for good health.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: types of nutrients Nutrients: Carbohydrates, proteins, and lipids contain energy. When your body digests food, it breaks down the molecules of these nutrients. This releases the energy so your body can use it. Carbohydrates: Carbohydrates are nutrients that include sugars, starches, and fiber. There are two ...
NDQ_012503
what makes up the membrane that surrounds cells?
a. carbohydrates, b. lipids, c. proteins, d. amino acids
b
Lesson: types of nutrients Nutrients: Carbohydrates, proteins, and lipids contain energy. When your body digests food, it breaks down the molecules of these nutrients. This releases the energy so your body can use it. Carbohydrates: Carbohydrates are nutrients that include sugars, starches, and fiber. There are two ...
NDQ_012504
most lipids in your diet should be
a. trans fats, b. saturated fats, c. unsaturated fats, d. none, your diet should not contain any lipid
c
Lesson: types of nutrients Nutrients: Carbohydrates, proteins, and lipids contain energy. When your body digests food, it breaks down the molecules of these nutrients. This releases the energy so your body can use it. Carbohydrates: Carbohydrates are nutrients that include sugars, starches, and fiber. There are two ...
NDQ_012505
which statement is associated with starch?
a. starches are found in vegetables and grains, b. starch is made of thousands of glucose monomers, c. starch is a large, complex carbohydrate, d. all of the above describe starch
d
Lesson: types of nutrients Nutrients: Carbohydrates, proteins, and lipids contain energy. When your body digests food, it breaks down the molecules of these nutrients. This releases the energy so your body can use it. Carbohydrates: Carbohydrates are nutrients that include sugars, starches, and fiber. There are two ...
NDQ_012506
why are complex carbohydrates better than simple carbohydrates?
a. they have carbohydrates that are good for you, b. they provide energy longer and more steadily, c. they are found in fruit, d. all of the above
b
Lesson: types of nutrients Nutrients: Carbohydrates, proteins, and lipids contain energy. When your body digests food, it breaks down the molecules of these nutrients. This releases the energy so your body can use it. Carbohydrates: Carbohydrates are nutrients that include sugars, starches, and fiber. There are two ...
NDQ_012507
what type of nutrient is fiber?
a. carbohydrate, b. lipid, c. protein, d. unsaturated fat
a
Lesson: types of nutrients Nutrients: Carbohydrates, proteins, and lipids contain energy. When your body digests food, it breaks down the molecules of these nutrients. This releases the energy so your body can use it. Carbohydrates: Carbohydrates are nutrients that include sugars, starches, and fiber. There are two ...
NDQ_012508
the urinary system is the same as the excretory system.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: urinary system The Urinary System: Sometimes, the urinary system ( Figure 1.1) is called the excretory system. But the urinary system is only one part of the excretory system. Recall that the excretory system is also made up of the skin, lungs, and large intestine, as well as the kidneys. The urinary system is...
NDQ_012509
urine is mostly water.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: urinary system The Urinary System: Sometimes, the urinary system ( Figure 1.1) is called the excretory system. But the urinary system is only one part of the excretory system. Recall that the excretory system is also made up of the skin, lungs, and large intestine, as well as the kidneys. The urinary system is...
NDQ_012513
what brings urine from the kidneys to the urinary bladder?
a. the urine tubes, b. the ureters, c. the urethra, d. the kidney tubes
b
Lesson: urinary system The Urinary System: Sometimes, the urinary system ( Figure 1.1) is called the excretory system. But the urinary system is only one part of the excretory system. Recall that the excretory system is also made up of the skin, lungs, and large intestine, as well as the kidneys. The urinary system is...
NDQ_012514
what is the organ that collects urine?
a. the kidneys, b. the ureters, c. the urinary bladder, d. the urinary container
c
Lesson: urinary system The Urinary System: Sometimes, the urinary system ( Figure 1.1) is called the excretory system. But the urinary system is only one part of the excretory system. Recall that the excretory system is also made up of the skin, lungs, and large intestine, as well as the kidneys. The urinary system is...
NDQ_012515
urine leaves the body through the
a. ureter, b. bladder, c. urethra, d. kidneys
c
Lesson: urinary system The Urinary System: Sometimes, the urinary system ( Figure 1.1) is called the excretory system. But the urinary system is only one part of the excretory system. Recall that the excretory system is also made up of the skin, lungs, and large intestine, as well as the kidneys. The urinary system is...
NDQ_012516
which organ is not part of the urinary system?
a. the kidney, b. the ribcage, c. the urethra, d. the bladder
b
Lesson: urinary system The Urinary System: Sometimes, the urinary system ( Figure 1.1) is called the excretory system. But the urinary system is only one part of the excretory system. Recall that the excretory system is also made up of the skin, lungs, and large intestine, as well as the kidneys. The urinary system is...
NDQ_012517
which organ is not part of the excretory system?
a. the kidney, b. the lungs, c. the heart, d. the large intestine
c
Lesson: urinary system The Urinary System: Sometimes, the urinary system ( Figure 1.1) is called the excretory system. But the urinary system is only one part of the excretory system. Recall that the excretory system is also made up of the skin, lungs, and large intestine, as well as the kidneys. The urinary system is...
NDQ_012548
about 1 of every 2 people need some sort of vision correction.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: vision correction Vision Correction: You probably know people who need eyeglasses or contact lenses to see clearly. Maybe you need them yourself. Lenses are used to correct vision problems. Two of the most common vision problems are myopia and hyperopia. Myopia: Myopia is also called nearsightedness. It affe...
NDQ_012549
signs of myopia usually begin in childhood.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: vision correction Vision Correction: You probably know people who need eyeglasses or contact lenses to see clearly. Maybe you need them yourself. Lenses are used to correct vision problems. Two of the most common vision problems are myopia and hyperopia. Myopia: Myopia is also called nearsightedness. It affe...
NDQ_012553
an object is focused in front of the retina. this person has
a. myopia, b. hyperopia, c. nearsightedness, d. both a and c
d
Lesson: vision correction Vision Correction: You probably know people who need eyeglasses or contact lenses to see clearly. Maybe you need them yourself. Lenses are used to correct vision problems. Two of the most common vision problems are myopia and hyperopia. Myopia: Myopia is also called nearsightedness. It affe...
NDQ_012554
an object is focused in back of the retina. this person has
a. myopia, b. hyperopia, c. nearsightedness, d. both a and c
b
Lesson: vision correction Vision Correction: You probably know people who need eyeglasses or contact lenses to see clearly. Maybe you need them yourself. Lenses are used to correct vision problems. Two of the most common vision problems are myopia and hyperopia. Myopia: Myopia is also called nearsightedness. It affe...
NDQ_012555
common signs of myopia include
a. difficulty in maintaining a clear focus on close objects, b. difficulty is seeing the whiteboard at school, c. headaches after close work, d. all of the above
b
Lesson: vision correction Vision Correction: You probably know people who need eyeglasses or contact lenses to see clearly. Maybe you need them yourself. Lenses are used to correct vision problems. Two of the most common vision problems are myopia and hyperopia. Myopia: Myopia is also called nearsightedness. It affe...
NDQ_012556
what is the main goal of corrective lenses?
a. the corrective lens changes the focus, so images move through the cornea, b. the corrective lens changes the focus, so images moves through the eye lens, c. the corrective lens changes the focus, so images move through the pupil, d. the corrective lens changes the focus, so images fall on the retina
d
Lesson: vision correction Vision Correction: You probably know people who need eyeglasses or contact lenses to see clearly. Maybe you need them yourself. Lenses are used to correct vision problems. Two of the most common vision problems are myopia and hyperopia. Myopia: Myopia is also called nearsightedness. It affe...
NDQ_012557
people with myopia will usually need glasses or contact lenses when they
a. work at a computer, b. read a book, c. watch tv or drive a car, d. all of the above
c
Lesson: vision correction Vision Correction: You probably know people who need eyeglasses or contact lenses to see clearly. Maybe you need them yourself. Lenses are used to correct vision problems. Two of the most common vision problems are myopia and hyperopia. Myopia: Myopia is also called nearsightedness. It affe...
NDQ_012558
minerals are organic compounds.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: vitamins and minerals Vitamins and Minerals: Vitamins and minerals are also nutrients. They do not provide energy, but they are needed for good health. Vitamins: Vitamins are organic compounds that the body needs in small amounts to function properly. Humans need 13 different vitamins. Some of them are liste...
NDQ_012559
vitamins are a good source of energy.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: vitamins and minerals Vitamins and Minerals: Vitamins and minerals are also nutrients. They do not provide energy, but they are needed for good health. Vitamins: Vitamins are organic compounds that the body needs in small amounts to function properly. Humans need 13 different vitamins. Some of them are liste...
NDQ_012563
what minerals are needed for muscles and nerves to work normally?
a. potassium and phosphorus, b. potassium and sodium, c. calcium and phosphorus, d. calcium and magnesium
b
Lesson: vitamins and minerals Vitamins and Minerals: Vitamins and minerals are also nutrients. They do not provide energy, but they are needed for good health. Vitamins: Vitamins are organic compounds that the body needs in small amounts to function properly. Humans need 13 different vitamins. Some of them are liste...
NDQ_012564
what vitamin is important in blood clotting?
a. vitamin a, b. vitamin b9, c. vitamin c, d. vitamin k
d
Lesson: vitamins and minerals Vitamins and Minerals: Vitamins and minerals are also nutrients. They do not provide energy, but they are needed for good health. Vitamins: Vitamins are organic compounds that the body needs in small amounts to function properly. Humans need 13 different vitamins. Some of them are liste...
NDQ_012565
what vitamin can be found in foods like oranges, grapefruits, and broccoli?
a. vitamin a, b. vitamin c, c. vitamin d, d. vitamin k
b
Lesson: vitamins and minerals Vitamins and Minerals: Vitamins and minerals are also nutrients. They do not provide energy, but they are needed for good health. Vitamins: Vitamins are organic compounds that the body needs in small amounts to function properly. Humans need 13 different vitamins. Some of them are liste...
NDQ_012566
low levels of what mineral may cause osteoporosis?
a. calcium, b. magnesium, c. potassium, d. sodium
a
Lesson: vitamins and minerals Vitamins and Minerals: Vitamins and minerals are also nutrients. They do not provide energy, but they are needed for good health. Vitamins: Vitamins are organic compounds that the body needs in small amounts to function properly. Humans need 13 different vitamins. Some of them are liste...
NDQ_012567
what mineral can be found in bananas?
a. chloride, b. magnesium, c. phosphorus, d. potassium
d
Lesson: vitamins and minerals Vitamins and Minerals: Vitamins and minerals are also nutrients. They do not provide energy, but they are needed for good health. Vitamins: Vitamins are organic compounds that the body needs in small amounts to function properly. Humans need 13 different vitamins. Some of them are liste...
NDQ_012761
Acids turn blue litmus paper red.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: acids and bases Acids: An acid is an ionic compound that produces positive hydrogen ions (H+ ) when dissolved in water. An example is hydrogen chloride (HCl). When it dissolves in water, its hydrogen ions and negative chloride ions (Cl ) separate, forming hydrochloric acid. This can be represented by the equat...
NDQ_012762
Which of the following substances has a pH greater than 7?
a. normal (clean) rain, b. orange juice, c. bananas, d. soap
d
Lesson: acids and bases Acids: An acid is an ionic compound that produces positive hydrogen ions (H+ ) when dissolved in water. An example is hydrogen chloride (HCl). When it dissolves in water, its hydrogen ions and negative chloride ions (Cl ) separate, forming hydrochloric acid. This can be represented by the equat...
NDQ_012763
Sodium chloride is an example of a base.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: acids and bases Acids: An acid is an ionic compound that produces positive hydrogen ions (H+ ) when dissolved in water. An example is hydrogen chloride (HCl). When it dissolves in water, its hydrogen ions and negative chloride ions (Cl ) separate, forming hydrochloric acid. This can be represented by the equat...
NDQ_012764
Acids produce hydrogen gas when they react with
a. salts, b. bases, c. water, d. metals
d
Lesson: acids and bases Acids: An acid is an ionic compound that produces positive hydrogen ions (H+ ) when dissolved in water. An example is hydrogen chloride (HCl). When it dissolves in water, its hydrogen ions and negative chloride ions (Cl ) separate, forming hydrochloric acid. This can be represented by the equat...
NDQ_012765
Bases cannot conduct electricity.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: acids and bases Acids: An acid is an ionic compound that produces positive hydrogen ions (H+ ) when dissolved in water. An example is hydrogen chloride (HCl). When it dissolves in water, its hydrogen ions and negative chloride ions (Cl ) separate, forming hydrochloric acid. This can be represented by the equat...
NDQ_012766
Properties of bases include
a. a sour taste, b. a slippery feel, c. the ability to conduct electricity, d. two of the above
d
Lesson: acids and bases Acids: An acid is an ionic compound that produces positive hydrogen ions (H+ ) when dissolved in water. An example is hydrogen chloride (HCl). When it dissolves in water, its hydrogen ions and negative chloride ions (Cl ) separate, forming hydrochloric acid. This can be represented by the equat...
NDQ_012767
Which of the following acids is strongest?
a. sulfuric acid, b. lemon juice, c. acid rain, d. vinegar
a
Lesson: acids and bases Acids: An acid is an ionic compound that produces positive hydrogen ions (H+ ) when dissolved in water. An example is hydrogen chloride (HCl). When it dissolves in water, its hydrogen ions and negative chloride ions (Cl ) separate, forming hydrochloric acid. This can be represented by the equat...
NDQ_012768
All acids are harmful.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: acids and bases Acids: An acid is an ionic compound that produces positive hydrogen ions (H+ ) when dissolved in water. An example is hydrogen chloride (HCl). When it dissolves in water, its hydrogen ions and negative chloride ions (Cl ) separate, forming hydrochloric acid. This can be represented by the equat...
NDQ_012769
A strong acid has a high concentration of hydrogen ions.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: acids and bases Acids: An acid is an ionic compound that produces positive hydrogen ions (H+ ) when dissolved in water. An example is hydrogen chloride (HCl). When it dissolves in water, its hydrogen ions and negative chloride ions (Cl ) separate, forming hydrochloric acid. This can be represented by the equat...
NDQ_012770
Products of a neutralization reaction include
a. hydroxide ions, b. hydrogen ions, c. water, d. two of the above
c
Lesson: acids and bases Acids: An acid is an ionic compound that produces positive hydrogen ions (H+ ) when dissolved in water. An example is hydrogen chloride (HCl). When it dissolves in water, its hydrogen ions and negative chloride ions (Cl ) separate, forming hydrochloric acid. This can be represented by the equat...
NDQ_012772
The symbol pH represents acidity.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: acids and bases Acids: An acid is an ionic compound that produces positive hydrogen ions (H+ ) when dissolved in water. An example is hydrogen chloride (HCl). When it dissolves in water, its hydrogen ions and negative chloride ions (Cl ) separate, forming hydrochloric acid. This can be represented by the equat...
NDQ_012773
Ammonia is a stronger base than is bleach.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: acids and bases Acids: An acid is an ionic compound that produces positive hydrogen ions (H+ ) when dissolved in water. An example is hydrogen chloride (HCl). When it dissolves in water, its hydrogen ions and negative chloride ions (Cl ) separate, forming hydrochloric acid. This can be represented by the equat...
NDQ_012775
Acids are used to make fertilizer.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: acids and bases Acids: An acid is an ionic compound that produces positive hydrogen ions (H+ ) when dissolved in water. An example is hydrogen chloride (HCl). When it dissolves in water, its hydrogen ions and negative chloride ions (Cl ) separate, forming hydrochloric acid. This can be represented by the equat...
NDQ_012778
Acid rain promotes rapid growth of plants.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: acids and bases Acids: An acid is an ionic compound that produces positive hydrogen ions (H+ ) when dissolved in water. An example is hydrogen chloride (HCl). When it dissolves in water, its hydrogen ions and negative chloride ions (Cl ) separate, forming hydrochloric acid. This can be represented by the equat...
NDQ_012780
Normal (clean) rainwater has a pH of 7.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: acids and bases Acids: An acid is an ionic compound that produces positive hydrogen ions (H+ ) when dissolved in water. An example is hydrogen chloride (HCl). When it dissolves in water, its hydrogen ions and negative chloride ions (Cl ) separate, forming hydrochloric acid. This can be represented by the equat...
NDQ_012781
Litmus is the only indicator for detecting acids and bases.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: acids and bases Acids: An acid is an ionic compound that produces positive hydrogen ions (H+ ) when dissolved in water. An example is hydrogen chloride (HCl). When it dissolves in water, its hydrogen ions and negative chloride ions (Cl ) separate, forming hydrochloric acid. This can be represented by the equat...
NDQ_012782
type of chemical reaction in which an acid reacts with a base
a. acid, b. acidity, c. base, d. pH, e. salt, f. litmus, g. neutralization
g
Lesson: acids and bases Acids: An acid is an ionic compound that produces positive hydrogen ions (H+ ) when dissolved in water. An example is hydrogen chloride (HCl). When it dissolves in water, its hydrogen ions and negative chloride ions (Cl ) separate, forming hydrochloric acid. This can be represented by the equat...
NDQ_012783
Acids have many important uses in industry.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: acids and bases Acids: An acid is an ionic compound that produces positive hydrogen ions (H+ ) when dissolved in water. An example is hydrogen chloride (HCl). When it dissolves in water, its hydrogen ions and negative chloride ions (Cl ) separate, forming hydrochloric acid. This can be represented by the equat...
NDQ_012784
ionic compound that produces hydroxide ions when dissolved in water
a. acid, b. acidity, c. base, d. pH, e. salt, f. litmus, g. neutralization
c
Lesson: acids and bases Acids: An acid is an ionic compound that produces positive hydrogen ions (H+ ) when dissolved in water. An example is hydrogen chloride (HCl). When it dissolves in water, its hydrogen ions and negative chloride ions (Cl ) separate, forming hydrochloric acid. This can be represented by the equat...
NDQ_012785
ionic compound formed when an acid and a base react
a. acid, b. acidity, c. base, d. pH, e. salt, f. litmus, g. neutralization
e
Lesson: acids and bases Acids: An acid is an ionic compound that produces positive hydrogen ions (H+ ) when dissolved in water. An example is hydrogen chloride (HCl). When it dissolves in water, its hydrogen ions and negative chloride ions (Cl ) separate, forming hydrochloric acid. This can be represented by the equat...
NDQ_012786
When sodium hydroxide dissolves in water it forms hydrogen ions.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: acids and bases Acids: An acid is an ionic compound that produces positive hydrogen ions (H+ ) when dissolved in water. An example is hydrogen chloride (HCl). When it dissolves in water, its hydrogen ions and negative chloride ions (Cl ) separate, forming hydrochloric acid. This can be represented by the equat...
NDQ_012787
concentration of hydrogen ions in a solution
a. acid, b. acidity, c. base, d. pH, e. salt, f. litmus, g. neutralization
b
Lesson: acids and bases Acids: An acid is an ionic compound that produces positive hydrogen ions (H+ ) when dissolved in water. An example is hydrogen chloride (HCl). When it dissolves in water, its hydrogen ions and negative chloride ions (Cl ) separate, forming hydrochloric acid. This can be represented by the equat...
NDQ_012788
A neutral substance has a pH of 7.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: acids and bases Acids: An acid is an ionic compound that produces positive hydrogen ions (H+ ) when dissolved in water. An example is hydrogen chloride (HCl). When it dissolves in water, its hydrogen ions and negative chloride ions (Cl ) separate, forming hydrochloric acid. This can be represented by the equat...
NDQ_012789
A salt forms when an acid and base react.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: acids and bases Acids: An acid is an ionic compound that produces positive hydrogen ions (H+ ) when dissolved in water. An example is hydrogen chloride (HCl). When it dissolves in water, its hydrogen ions and negative chloride ions (Cl ) separate, forming hydrochloric acid. This can be represented by the equat...
NDQ_012790
ionic compound that produces hydrogen ions when dissolved in water
a. acid, b. acidity, c. base, d. pH, e. salt, f. litmus, g. neutralization
a
Lesson: acids and bases Acids: An acid is an ionic compound that produces positive hydrogen ions (H+ ) when dissolved in water. An example is hydrogen chloride (HCl). When it dissolves in water, its hydrogen ions and negative chloride ions (Cl ) separate, forming hydrochloric acid. This can be represented by the equat...
NDQ_012791
measure of the acidity of a solution
a. acid, b. acidity, c. base, d. pH, e. salt, f. litmus, g. neutralization
d
Lesson: acids and bases Acids: An acid is an ionic compound that produces positive hydrogen ions (H+ ) when dissolved in water. An example is hydrogen chloride (HCl). When it dissolves in water, its hydrogen ions and negative chloride ions (Cl ) separate, forming hydrochloric acid. This can be represented by the equat...
NDQ_012792
compound used to detect acids and bases
a. acid, b. acidity, c. base, d. pH, e. salt, f. litmus, g. neutralization
f
Lesson: acids and bases Acids: An acid is an ionic compound that produces positive hydrogen ions (H+ ) when dissolved in water. An example is hydrogen chloride (HCl). When it dissolves in water, its hydrogen ions and negative chloride ions (Cl ) separate, forming hydrochloric acid. This can be represented by the equat...
NDQ_012793
Which of the following substances is an acid?
a. milk, b. bleach, c. ammonia, d. seawater
a
Lesson: acids and bases Acids: An acid is an ionic compound that produces positive hydrogen ions (H+ ) when dissolved in water. An example is hydrogen chloride (HCl). When it dissolves in water, its hydrogen ions and negative chloride ions (Cl ) separate, forming hydrochloric acid. This can be represented by the equat...
NDQ_012794
A very strong base has a pH close to
a. 1, b. 5, c. 7, d. 14
d
Lesson: acids and bases Acids: An acid is an ionic compound that produces positive hydrogen ions (H+ ) when dissolved in water. An example is hydrogen chloride (HCl). When it dissolves in water, its hydrogen ions and negative chloride ions (Cl ) separate, forming hydrochloric acid. This can be represented by the equat...
NDQ_012795
Properties of acids include
a. a bitter taste, b. a slippery feel, c. the ability to conduct electricity, d. two of the above
c
Lesson: acids and bases Acids: An acid is an ionic compound that produces positive hydrogen ions (H+ ) when dissolved in water. An example is hydrogen chloride (HCl). When it dissolves in water, its hydrogen ions and negative chloride ions (Cl ) separate, forming hydrochloric acid. This can be represented by the equat...
NDQ_012796
Which of the following ionic compounds forms an acid when dissolved in water?
a. KCl, b. HCl, c. NaCl, d. MgCl2
b
Lesson: acids and bases Acids: An acid is an ionic compound that produces positive hydrogen ions (H+ ) when dissolved in water. An example is hydrogen chloride (HCl). When it dissolves in water, its hydrogen ions and negative chloride ions (Cl ) separate, forming hydrochloric acid. This can be represented by the equat...
NDQ_012797
Bases are used to make all of the following products except
a. soap, b. concrete, c. deodorant, d. car batteries
d
Lesson: acids and bases Acids: An acid is an ionic compound that produces positive hydrogen ions (H+ ) when dissolved in water. An example is hydrogen chloride (HCl). When it dissolves in water, its hydrogen ions and negative chloride ions (Cl ) separate, forming hydrochloric acid. This can be represented by the equat...
NDQ_012798
If a solution has a greater concentration of hydrogen ions than does pure water, then the solution
a. has a pH greater than 7, b. is a base, c. is an acid, d. two of the above
c
Lesson: acids and bases Acids: An acid is an ionic compound that produces positive hydrogen ions (H+ ) when dissolved in water. An example is hydrogen chloride (HCl). When it dissolves in water, its hydrogen ions and negative chloride ions (Cl ) separate, forming hydrochloric acid. This can be represented by the equat...
NDQ_012799
Which of the following chemical equations represents a neutralization reaction?
a. NaOH + H2 O OH + Na+, b. Na+ + Cl NaCl, c. HCl + NaOH NaCl + H2 O, d. Mg + 2HCl H2 + MgCl2
c
Lesson: acids and bases Acids: An acid is an ionic compound that produces positive hydrogen ions (H+ ) when dissolved in water. An example is hydrogen chloride (HCl). When it dissolves in water, its hydrogen ions and negative chloride ions (Cl ) separate, forming hydrochloric acid. This can be represented by the equat...
NDQ_012807
The scientist who discovered radioactivity was
a. Curie, b. Geiger, c. Becquerel, d. none of the above
c
Lesson: radioactivity Introduction to Radioactivity: Radioactivity is the ability of an atom to emit, or give off, charged particles and energy from the nucleus. The charged particles and energy are called by the general term radiation. Only unstable nuclei emit radiation. When they do, they gain or lose protons. Then...
NDQ_012810
All nuclei that emit radiation are
a. radioactive, b. very large, c. unstable, d. two of the above
d
Lesson: radioactivity Introduction to Radioactivity: Radioactivity is the ability of an atom to emit, or give off, charged particles and energy from the nucleus. The charged particles and energy are called by the general term radiation. Only unstable nuclei emit radiation. When they do, they gain or lose protons. Then...
NDQ_012812
The radioactive isotope of carbon is
a. carbon-12, b. carbon-13, c. carbon-14, d. none of the above
c
Lesson: radioactivity Introduction to Radioactivity: Radioactivity is the ability of an atom to emit, or give off, charged particles and energy from the nucleus. The charged particles and energy are called by the general term radiation. Only unstable nuclei emit radiation. When they do, they gain or lose protons. Then...
NDQ_012813
Which combination of protons and neutrons would most likely result in a stable nucleus?
a. 4 protons and 2 neutrons, b. 4 protons and 4 neutrons, c. 4 protons and 6 neutrons, d. 4 protons and 8 neutrons
b
Lesson: radioactivity Introduction to Radioactivity: Radioactivity is the ability of an atom to emit, or give off, charged particles and energy from the nucleus. The charged particles and energy are called by the general term radiation. Only unstable nuclei emit radiation. When they do, they gain or lose protons. Then...
NDQ_012816
Rocks may release radiation due to
a. formation of radioactive gas in the rocks, b. radioactive elements in the rocks, c. carbon-12 in the rocks, d. two of the above
d
Lesson: radioactivity Introduction to Radioactivity: Radioactivity is the ability of an atom to emit, or give off, charged particles and energy from the nucleus. The charged particles and energy are called by the general term radiation. Only unstable nuclei emit radiation. When they do, they gain or lose protons. Then...
NDQ_012821
Some elements naturally change into different elements.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: radioactivity Introduction to Radioactivity: Radioactivity is the ability of an atom to emit, or give off, charged particles and energy from the nucleus. The charged particles and energy are called by the general term radiation. Only unstable nuclei emit radiation. When they do, they gain or lose protons. Then...
NDQ_012824
Only unstable nuclei emit radiation.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: radioactivity Introduction to Radioactivity: Radioactivity is the ability of an atom to emit, or give off, charged particles and energy from the nucleus. The charged particles and energy are called by the general term radiation. Only unstable nuclei emit radiation. When they do, they gain or lose protons. Then...
NDQ_012826
The radioactive isotope of carbon has fewer neutrons than other isotopes of carbon.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: radioactivity Introduction to Radioactivity: Radioactivity is the ability of an atom to emit, or give off, charged particles and energy from the nucleus. The charged particles and energy are called by the general term radiation. Only unstable nuclei emit radiation. When they do, they gain or lose protons. Then...
NDQ_012827
Radon gas is harmful when it burns and causes pollution.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: radioactivity Introduction to Radioactivity: Radioactivity is the ability of an atom to emit, or give off, charged particles and energy from the nucleus. The charged particles and energy are called by the general term radiation. Only unstable nuclei emit radiation. When they do, they gain or lose protons. Then...
NDQ_012828
Background radiation is generally considered to be safe for living things.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: radioactivity Introduction to Radioactivity: Radioactivity is the ability of an atom to emit, or give off, charged particles and energy from the nucleus. The charged particles and energy are called by the general term radiation. Only unstable nuclei emit radiation. When they do, they gain or lose protons. Then...
NDQ_012829
There is no way to detect radiation.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: radioactivity Introduction to Radioactivity: Radioactivity is the ability of an atom to emit, or give off, charged particles and energy from the nucleus. The charged particles and energy are called by the general term radiation. Only unstable nuclei emit radiation. When they do, they gain or lose protons. Then...
NDQ_012830
Radiation can break bonds in biochemical molecules.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: radioactivity Introduction to Radioactivity: Radioactivity is the ability of an atom to emit, or give off, charged particles and energy from the nucleus. The charged particles and energy are called by the general term radiation. Only unstable nuclei emit radiation. When they do, they gain or lose protons. Then...
NDQ_012831
Radioactive isotopes can be used to determine the ages of fossils.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: radioactivity Introduction to Radioactivity: Radioactivity is the ability of an atom to emit, or give off, charged particles and energy from the nucleus. The charged particles and energy are called by the general term radiation. Only unstable nuclei emit radiation. When they do, they gain or lose protons. Then...
NDQ_012832
Radiation is harmless to nonliving things such as metals.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: radioactivity Introduction to Radioactivity: Radioactivity is the ability of an atom to emit, or give off, charged particles and energy from the nucleus. The charged particles and energy are called by the general term radiation. Only unstable nuclei emit radiation. When they do, they gain or lose protons. Then...
NDQ_012833
You cannot see radiation but you can always feel it.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: radioactivity Introduction to Radioactivity: Radioactivity is the ability of an atom to emit, or give off, charged particles and energy from the nucleus. The charged particles and energy are called by the general term radiation. Only unstable nuclei emit radiation. When they do, they gain or lose protons. Then...
NDQ_012834
A single large exposure to radiation can burn the skin.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: radioactivity Introduction to Radioactivity: Radioactivity is the ability of an atom to emit, or give off, charged particles and energy from the nucleus. The charged particles and energy are called by the general term radiation. Only unstable nuclei emit radiation. When they do, they gain or lose protons. Then...
NDQ_012835
Human activities are responsible for almost all the radiation in the environment.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: radioactivity Introduction to Radioactivity: Radioactivity is the ability of an atom to emit, or give off, charged particles and energy from the nucleus. The charged particles and energy are called by the general term radiation. Only unstable nuclei emit radiation. When they do, they gain or lose protons. Then...
NDQ_012836
Radiation can be used to generate electricity.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: radioactivity Introduction to Radioactivity: Radioactivity is the ability of an atom to emit, or give off, charged particles and energy from the nucleus. The charged particles and energy are called by the general term radiation. Only unstable nuclei emit radiation. When they do, they gain or lose protons. Then...
NDQ_012837
Any exposure to radiation causes burns and destroys blood cells.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: radioactivity Introduction to Radioactivity: Radioactivity is the ability of an atom to emit, or give off, charged particles and energy from the nucleus. The charged particles and energy are called by the general term radiation. Only unstable nuclei emit radiation. When they do, they gain or lose protons. Then...
NDQ_012838
A Geiger counter works because radiation changes atoms of a gas to ions.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: radioactivity Introduction to Radioactivity: Radioactivity is the ability of an atom to emit, or give off, charged particles and energy from the nucleus. The charged particles and energy are called by the general term radiation. Only unstable nuclei emit radiation. When they do, they gain or lose protons. Then...
NDQ_012839
radioactive gas that forms in rocks underground
a. radiation, b. background radiation, c. radioactivity, d. radon, e. radioisotope, f. Antoine Becquerel, g. Marie Curie
d
Lesson: radioactivity Introduction to Radioactivity: Radioactivity is the ability of an atom to emit, or give off, charged particles and energy from the nucleus. The charged particles and energy are called by the general term radiation. Only unstable nuclei emit radiation. When they do, they gain or lose protons. Then...
NDQ_012840
scientist who discovered radioactivity
a. radiation, b. background radiation, c. radioactivity, d. radon, e. radioisotope, f. Antoine Becquerel, g. Marie Curie
f
Lesson: radioactivity Introduction to Radioactivity: Radioactivity is the ability of an atom to emit, or give off, charged particles and energy from the nucleus. The charged particles and energy are called by the general term radiation. Only unstable nuclei emit radiation. When they do, they gain or lose protons. Then...
NDQ_012841
ability of an atomic nucleus to give off charged particles and energy
a. radiation, b. background radiation, c. radioactivity, d. radon, e. radioisotope, f. Antoine Becquerel, g. Marie Curie
c
Lesson: radioactivity Introduction to Radioactivity: Radioactivity is the ability of an atom to emit, or give off, charged particles and energy from the nucleus. The charged particles and energy are called by the general term radiation. Only unstable nuclei emit radiation. When they do, they gain or lose protons. Then...
NDQ_012842
low level of radiation that occurs naturally in the environment
a. radiation, b. background radiation, c. radioactivity, d. radon, e. radioisotope, f. Antoine Becquerel, g. Marie Curie
b
Lesson: radioactivity Introduction to Radioactivity: Radioactivity is the ability of an atom to emit, or give off, charged particles and energy from the nucleus. The charged particles and energy are called by the general term radiation. Only unstable nuclei emit radiation. When they do, they gain or lose protons. Then...
NDQ_012843
charged particles and energy emitted by an unstable nucleus
a. radiation, b. background radiation, c. radioactivity, d. radon, e. radioisotope, f. Antoine Becquerel, g. Marie Curie
a
Lesson: radioactivity Introduction to Radioactivity: Radioactivity is the ability of an atom to emit, or give off, charged particles and energy from the nucleus. The charged particles and energy are called by the general term radiation. Only unstable nuclei emit radiation. When they do, they gain or lose protons. Then...
NDQ_012844
scientist who discovered polonium and radium
a. radiation, b. background radiation, c. radioactivity, d. radon, e. radioisotope, f. Antoine Becquerel, g. Marie Curie
g
Lesson: radioactivity Introduction to Radioactivity: Radioactivity is the ability of an atom to emit, or give off, charged particles and energy from the nucleus. The charged particles and energy are called by the general term radiation. Only unstable nuclei emit radiation. When they do, they gain or lose protons. Then...
NDQ_012845
atom with an unstable nucleus that emits radiation
a. radiation, b. background radiation, c. radioactivity, d. radon, e. radioisotope, f. Antoine Becquerel, g. Marie Curie
e
Lesson: radioactivity Introduction to Radioactivity: Radioactivity is the ability of an atom to emit, or give off, charged particles and energy from the nucleus. The charged particles and energy are called by the general term radiation. Only unstable nuclei emit radiation. When they do, they gain or lose protons. Then...