| Your Results | Global Average | |
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| Questions | 5 | 5 |
| Correct | 0 | 3.06 |
| Score | 0% | 61% |
Which of these digestive enzymes is not produced by the pancreas?
lipase |
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pancreatic amylase |
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gastric acid |
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trypsin |
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.
The energy posessed by a ball on the window ledge of a tall building is an example of what kind of energy?
inherent |
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gravitational |
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potential |
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kinetic |
Kinetic energy is the energy posessed by a moving object. Potential energy is stored energy in a stationary object based on its location, position, shape, or state.
The coldest point in the Earth's atmosphere is reached in which atmospheric layer?
mesosphere |
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thermosphere |
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troposphere |
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stratosphere |
In the mesosphere, temperature again drops as altitude increases until the coldest point in the Earth's atmosphere, the mesopause, is reached where temperatures fall to −225 °F (−143 °C).
Which of the following is the correct order for types of radiation from lowest to highest frequency?
visible light → ultraviolet light → radio waves |
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infrared waves → microwaves → ultraviolet light |
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radio waves → visible light → gamma rays |
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microwaves → radio waves → visible light |
The electromagnetic spectrum covers all possible wavelengths and frequencies of radiation. From lowest frequency (longest wavelength) to highest frequency (shortest wavelength) radiation: radio waves → microwaves → infrared waves → visible light → ultraviolet light → X-rays → gamma rays.
What type of cloud is responsible for fog?
cumulus |
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stratus |
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cirrus |
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cumulonimbus |
Clouds are categorized based on their shape, size, and altitude. Stratus clouds are low-altitude clouds characterized by horizontal layering with a broad flat base. When stratus clouds occur on the ground the result is fog.