ASVAB General Science Practice Test 912768 Results

Your Results Global Average
Questions 5 5
Correct 0 2.99
Score 0% 60%

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1

Which of the following is metamorphic rock?

52% Answer Correctly

coal

granite

obsidian

marble


Solution

The Earth's rocks fall into three categories based on how they're formed. Igneous rock (granite, basalt, obsidian) is formed from the hardening of molten rock (lava), sedimentary rock (shale, sandstone, coal) is formed by the gradual despositing and cementing of rock and other debris, and metamorphic rock (marble, slate, quartzite) which is formed when existing rock is altered though pressure, temperature, or chemical processes.


2

A large naturally occurring community of flora and fauna occupying a major habitat is:

76% Answer Correctly

a biome

a food chain

a community

a population


Solution

A biome is a large naturally occurring community of flora (plants) and fauna (animals) occupying a major habitat (home or environment).


3

__________ and __________ pair to strengthen bones.

65% Answer Correctly

vitamin D, magnesium

vitamin D, calcium

calcium, vitamin A

iron, calcium


Solution

Vitamin D helps calcium strengthen bones while also aiding muscle, nerve, and immune system function.


4

The Rh factor antigen in blood determines:

58% Answer Correctly

universal donor status

blood type

universal recipient status

postive or negative


Solution

Blood is categorized into four different types (A, B, AB, and O) based on the type of antigens found on the outside of the red blood cells. Additionally, each type can be negative or positive based on whether or not the cells have an antigen called the Rh factor.


5

In the food chain, omnivores may be which of the following?

45% Answer Correctly

secondary or tertiary consumers

secondary consumers or scavengers

primary or tertiary consumers

primary or secondary consumers


Solution

Secondary or tertiary consumers may be omnivores.