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Generally, an atom has __________ negative electrons orbiting the nucleus as it does positive protons inside.
double the number of |
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equal numbers of |
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fewer |
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more |
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.
The gravitational interaction of Earth and the Moon is responsible for which of these?
the northern lights |
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day and night cycle |
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tides |
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seasons |
Tides are caused by the gravitational interaction of Earth and the Moon.
The heat from the Sun traveling to Earth is an example of which of the following?
electricity |
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radiation |
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conduction |
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convection |
Radiation occurs when electromagnetic waves transmit heat. An example is the heat from the Sun as it travels to Earth.
Which of the following describes the Earth's mantle?
all of these |
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hot |
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makes up most of Earth's volume |
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dense |
Mantle makes up 84% of the Earth's volume and has an average thickness of approximately 1,800 miles (2,900 km). It is dense, hot, and primarily solid although in places it behaves more like a viscous fluid as the plates of the upper mantle and crust gradually "float" along its circumference.
Which of these digestive enzymes is not produced by the pancreas?
pancreatic amylase |
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trypsin |
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lipase |
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gastric acid |
The acids produced by the pancreas contain several enzymes that aid in digestion. Lipase converts fat to glycerol and fatty acids. Pancreatic amylase breaks down complex carbohydrates into simple sugars. Trypsin converts polypeptides (the building blocks of protein) into amino acids.