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Which of the following is the smallest component of an element that still retains the properties of the element?
element |
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atom |
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neutron |
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molecule |
An atom is the smallest component of an element that still retains the properties of the element.
The connective tissue that connects bones to other bones at joints is called:
ligaments |
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knuckles |
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cartilage |
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tendons |
Tough fibrous cords of connective tissue called tendons connect muscles to the skeleton while another type of connective tissue called ligaments connect bones to other bones at joints (elbow, knee, fingers, spinal column).
Earth's breathable air is held in which atmospheric layer?
stratosphere |
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mesosphere |
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thermosphere |
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troposphere |
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.
Which of these digestive enzymes is not produced by the pancreas?
pancreatic amylase |
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gastric acid |
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trypsin |
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lipase |
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.
Universal donor blood can be given to a person with any blood type. Which blood type is the universal donor?
O-negative |
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O-positive |
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O |
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AB |
Blood transfer is limited by the type and Rh factor of the blood. Someone who has Rh-factor negative blood cannot receive blood with a positive type but a person with Rh-factor positive type blood can receive Rh-negative blood. Type O negative blood is the universal donor because it can be given to a person with any blood type. Type AB positive is the universal recipient meaning someone with this blood type can receive any other type of blood.