Science Quiz #370
Science and Nature Quiz for 17 February 2016
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Q1.
Which of these is a lizard with a telescopic tongue, viscid lips, eyeballs that move independently, opposible toes and a prehensile tail?
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2
Q2.
What is the name for the temperature at which, theoretically, all molecular activity ceases and chemical reactions become impossible?
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3
Q3.
Which of these is a disease caused by a lack of Vitamin B1, characterised by inflammation of the peripheral nerves with subsequent paralysis, dropsy and heart failure?
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4
Q4.
What characteristic do bezoars, coprolites and gorochana have in common?
A
They are aggregated material which is or has been in the alimentary system
B
They are semi-precious stones
C
They are breeds of goat
D
They are curtain-making materials
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5
Q5.
Which of these is a sign of the zodiac?
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Q6.
The Tiger Quoll, Dibbler and Phascogale are native to which country?
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Q7.
What is the name for a hydrometer which is used for determining the alcoholic strength of liquids?
C
Proof & tralle hydrometer
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