Science and Nature Quiz for 24 June 2009
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1
What is another name for shingles?
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2
What name is given to a compound of carbon and hydrogen in various proportions?
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3
What is the subject of the study of "Limnology"?
A
Blood circulation in human arms and legs
D
The history of illuminated manuscripts
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4
Symptoms of what disease include fever, shivering, joint pain, vomiting, anemia, hemoglobinuria, retinal damage, and convulsions, with cyclical occurrence of sudden coldness followed by rigor, fever and sweating?
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5
What name is given to the earth's crust?
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6
Which chemical process is invoved in changing ethyl chloride to ethyl alcohol?
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7
What is the name for the measurement and description of navigable waters necessary for safe navigation of vessels?
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