ASVAB General Science Practice Test 652166 Results

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1

In cell biology, where does DNA replication take place?

65% Answer Correctly

cytoplasm

Golgi apparatus

nucleus

mitochondria


Solution

The cell nucleus contains the genetic material of the cell and is where DNA replication takes place.


2

Earth's troposphere layer is which of the following?

73% Answer Correctly

coldest

farthest from the surface

closest to the surface

hottest


Solution

The Earth's atmosphere has several layers starting with the troposphere which is closest in proximity to the surface. Containing most of the Earth's breathable air (oxygen and nitrogen), it's a region with warmer temperatures closer to the surface and cooler temperatures farther away which results in the rising and falling air that generates weather.


3

The heat from the Sun traveling to Earth is an example of which of the following?

86% Answer Correctly

convection

conduction

electricity

radiation


Solution

Radiation occurs when electromagnetic waves transmit heat. An example is the heat from the Sun as it travels to Earth.


4

Which of blood component carries oxygen?

84% Answer Correctly

plasma

white blood cells

platelets

red blood cells


Solution

Blood is created in bone marrow and is made up of cells suspended in liquid plasma. Red blood cells carry oxygen, white blood cells fight infection, and platelets are cell fragments that allow blood to clot.


5

Blood is created in:

68% Answer Correctly

red blood cells

the liver

the heart

bone marrow


Solution

Blood is created in bone marrow and is made up of cells suspended in liquid plasma. Red blood cells carry oxygen, white blood cells fight infection, and platelets are cell fragments that allow blood to clot.