Science Quiz #316
Science and Nature Quiz for 4 February 2015
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Q1.
The skull can be divided into two parts: the cranium and what other part?
D
The jawbone co-operative
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2
Q2.
What would a stethoscope most often be used for?
A
To listen to the heart or lungs, and other internal workings of the body
B
To measure blood pressure
C
To measure wind pressure
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3
Q3.
What is the name for the fitting together of the masticating surfaces of the upper and lower teeth in biting?
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4
Q4.
What infectious disease, commonest in childhood, caused by a virus, is characterised by swelling of the salivary glands, slight fever and malaise?
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5
Q5.
In Australia, what is known as a "Laughing Jackass"?
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6
Q6.
What produces "royal jelly"?
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7
Q7.
If two lemons are added to two apples what, in mathematical terms, is the result?
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