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Q:

Core of earth is also known as

A) Barysphere B) Centrosphere
C) Besosphere D) Lithosphere
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) Barysphere

Explanation:

Core of earth is also known as Barysphere.

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Q:

Major fructose sources include

A) breads and cereals B) beer and liquor
C) milk and cheese D) fruits and honey
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: D) fruits and honey

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Q:

Vertebrates and tunicates share 

A) a notochord and a dorsal, hollow nerve cord. B) the formation of structures from the neural crest.
C) jaws adapted for feeding. D) an endoskeleton that includes a skull.
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) a notochord and a dorsal, hollow nerve cord.

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Q:

Which energy source generates radioactive waste?

A) Nuclear power B) Thermal power
C) Hydel power D) All of the above
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) Nuclear power

Explanation:

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Nuclear power energy source generates radioactive waste.

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Which one of the following is most sensitive to environmental change?

A) Amphibian B) Reptile
C) Mammal D) Insect
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) Amphibian

Explanation:

Amphibians are one of the most sensitive groups to change, whether that is caused by habitat loss, invasive species, disease, trade or climate change. Their sensitivity to environmental threats has been generally linked to the observation that amphibians are characterized by a rather permeable skin. Given their complex life cycles and other traits, amphibians are often recognized as indicators of ecosystem health.

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Q:

The amount of water vapor in the air is called

A) Saturated air B) Precipitation
C) Humidity D) Capacity
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) Humidity

Explanation:

The amount of water vapor in the air is called Humidity. The amount of water vapor that air acn hold depends on the temperature of the air. The amount of water vapor in the air as compared with the amount of water that the air could hold is called Relative humidity.

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Q:

Which molecules prevent cell membranes from dissolving in water?

A) Phospholipids B) Fattyacids
C) Adenosine triphosphates D) None of the above
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) Phospholipids

Explanation:

Cell membranes are made up of phospholipids which prevents them from dissolving in water.

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Q:

What natural factors contribute to global climate?

A) Forest Fires B) Solar Activity
C) Melting Permafrost D) All the above
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: D) All the above

Explanation:

Global warming is the increase in the earth’s average temperature due to release of several greenhouse gases to the atmosphere by humans. Global warming is affecting many parts of the world.

 

Natural Causes include :

1. Solar Activity

2. Melting Permafrost

3. Forest Fires 

 

Human made causes include :

1. Deforestation

2. Overpopulation

3. Landfills

4. Mining

5. Fertilizer Use

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