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Generally, an atom has __________ negative electrons orbiting the nucleus as it does positive protons inside.
fewer |
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double the number of |
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more |
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equal numbers of |
An electron is a subatomic particle that orbits the nucleus of an atom. It carries a negative electric charge. Generally, an atom has the same number of negative electrons orbiting the nucleus as it does positive protons inside.
During digestion, the kidneys filter substances from the blood. Which of the following is not filtered by the kidneys?
fats |
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water |
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salt |
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minerals |
Chemical waste like excess water, minerals, and salt are filtered from the blood by the kidneys and secreted into the urine. Urine is transported from the kidneys to the bladder through ureters.
Water coming to a boil on a stove, ice melting, and steam from a cup of coffee are all examples of which of the following?
radiation |
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conduction |
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convection |
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reflection |
Convection is the transfer of heat by the circulation or movement of the heated parts of a liquid or gas.
Which of these parts of digestion takes place in the mouth?
breaking down proteins |
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breaking down starches |
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absorbing nutrients |
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breaking down fats |
Digestion begins in the mouth where the teeth and tongue break down food mechanically through chewing and saliva, via the enzyme salivary amylase, starts to break starches down chemically. From the mouth, food travels down the esophagus where contractions push the food into the stomach.
When light travels between two substances it bends. This is called:
reflection |
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refraction |
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convection |
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conduction |
Because different materials have different refractive indices, light changes speed when passing from one material to another. This causes the light to bend (refraction) at an angle that depends on the change in refractive index between the materials. The greater the difference, the higher the angle of refraction.