Science Quiz #366
Science and Nature Quiz for 20 January 2016
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Q1.
What product of photosynthesis, a carbohydrate occurring in the cells of plants, can be changed into glucose or dextrine?
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2
Q2.
Why did Philae become especially well-known in December 2014?
A
It was the first probe landed by humans on a comet
B
It was the first comet which humans landed a probe on
C
It was a newly discovered moon orbiting the Earth
D
Underwater archaeological site on an Egyptian island reveals new temple
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Q3.
Which country was the largest producer of kiwifruit (also known as Chinese Gooseberry or kiwi) in 2012?
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Q4.
What is one of the characteristics common to both the colobus monkey and Geoffroy's spider monkey?
A
They are native to South America
C
They have no thumbs, only rudimentary stumps
D
They are mainly carnivorous
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Q5.
In which situation does REM rebound not happen?
A
After sleep deprivation
B
Following prolonged deep sleep
C
When sleeping aids are taken
D
Following alcohol intake
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Q6.
What is a simple container for stirring, mixing and heating liquids commonly used in many laboratories, generally cylindrical in shape, with a flat bottom and a lip for pouring?
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Q7.
What does the number of protons in the nucleus of an atom relate directly to?
B
The number of neutrons it has
D
Its willingness to form compounds
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