ASVAB General Science Practice Test 210620

Questions 5
Topics Core, Exoskeleton, Force, Stomach, Tertiary Consumers

Study Guide

Core

The Earth's core is divided into the liquid outer core (1,430 miles or 2,300 km radius) and the solid inner core (745 miles or 1,200 km radius).

Exoskeleton

An exoskeleton (external skeleton) is common in arthropods like insects, spiders, and crustaceans.

Force

Force is applied to change an object's speed or direction of motion.

Stomach

Food is mixed with gastric acid and pepsin in the stomach to help break down protein.

Tertiary Consumers

Tertiary consumers eat primary consumers and secondary consumers and are typically carnivorous predators. Tertiary consumers may also be omnivores. Examples include wolves, sharks, and human beings.