Science and Nature Quiz for 4 March 2009
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1
What is the scientific symbol for calcium?
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2
What is the inherited condition that causes the body to retain copper, which can lead to brain and liver damage?
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3
What medical apparatus is a large metal cylinder with a compressor that enables the internal air pressure to be changed rhythmically around 12 times per minute?
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4
What is the longest and widest single nerve in the human body?
B
Lateral femoral cutaneous nerve
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5
What is the study of plant diseases?
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6
Freckles, brownish yellow spots usually found mostly on the face, neck and hands are also known as …. ?
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7
What component of tonic water is used to prevent or alleviate the effects of malaria?
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