Science Quiz #307
Science and Nature Quiz for 3 December 2014
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Q1.
Which of these is a medical term for the escape of blood from a blood vessel?
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2
Q2.
A red snapper is a type of what?
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3
Q3.
What is the form of sugar called "dextrose" also known as?
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Q4.
Which building, built in 1884, was the first to use structural steel in its frame and the first to be supported inside and outside by a fireproof metal frame, and is therefore considered to be the first skyscraper?
A
Home Insurance Building, Chicago, Illinois, USA
C
The Old Bailey, London, UK
D
The Chrysler Building, New York, NY, USA
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5
Q5.
Which of these was the first to be invented?
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Q6.
When the orf virus affects humans what is often one unusual characteristic of the damage it causes?
A
The affected skin develops a permanent area of freckles
B
Pustules are filled with blue fluid
C
Damaged areas remain open and do not heal for up to a year
D
The damage heals without scarring
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Q7.
Which of these is a snake?
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