Science Quiz #84
Science and Nature Quiz for 25 August 2010
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1
In simple terms, what is "Bode's Law"?
Note: This question was updated in April 2017
A
If there are two possible explanations, choose the one with the fewer assumptions
B
Planets that have irregular orbits break up into asteroid belts
C
If anything can go wrong, it will
D
Bodies in the solar system orbit at regular distances which can be calculated mathematically
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2
An outbreak of what in Nigeria affected 5,323 people and killed 333 in the first 3 months of 2009?
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3
Sir Mortimer Wheeler was connected with what activity?
Note: This question was updated in September 2015
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4
What shape are the 6 faces of a cube?
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5
What does MIX in Roman numerals mean?
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6
What large flightless bird found in Mauritius by the Portuguese is believed to have died out in 1681?
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7
Dermatitis affects what part of the body?
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