ASVAB General Science Practice Test 870719 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.06
Score 0% 61%

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1

In cell biology, cytokinesis results in two separate:

56% Answer Correctly

nuclei

chromosomes

chromatids

cells
Solution

During cell division, the cytokinesis phase occurs when cytoplasm and cell membranes complete their separation resulting in two separate cells.

2

Regulation of heart rhythm occurs in:

61% Answer Correctly

cerebrum

cerebellum

medulla

nerves
Solution

Part of the brainstem, the medulla is the connection between the brain and the spinal cord. It controls involuntary actions like breathing, swallowing, and heartbeat.

3

Absolute zero is which of the following?

57% Answer Correctly

the freezing point of hydrogen

the coldest temperature possible in the universe

the freezing point of oxygen

0°C
Solution

In contrast to the Celsius scale (measured in degrees centigrade) that fixes 0° at the freezing point of water and the Fahrenheit scale that uses 32°, the Kelvin scale fixes 0 at absolute zero (-273°C) which is the lowest temperature possible in the universe.

4

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? 

66% Answer Correctly

reflection

conduction

radiation

convection
Solution

Convection is the transfer of heat by the circulation or movement of the heated parts of a liquid or gas.

5

__________ is caused by a lack of Vitamin C.

64% Answer Correctly

anemia

shingles

diabetes

scurvy
Solution

Scurvy is a difficiency disease caused by a lack of Vitamin C in the diet.