General Science Test Flashcards
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Which organelle is responsible for producing energy in the form of ATP in a cell?
Answer: Mitochondria
Mitochondria are known as the powerhouses of the cell because they produce ATP through cellular respiration.
What is the pH of a neutral solution at 25°C?
Answer: 7
A pH of 7 is considered neutral, with values below 7 being acidic and above 7 being basic.
Which law states that energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed?
Answer: First Law of Thermodynamics
The First Law of Thermodynamics (conservation of energy) states that the total energy of an isolated system remains constant.
What type of rock is formed from cooled magma or lava?
Answer: Igneous
Igneous rock forms when molten rock (magma or lava) cools and solidifies.
Which gas do plants absorb from the atmosphere during photosynthesis?
Answer: Carbon dioxide
Plants absorb carbon dioxide (CO₂) from the air and use it along with sunlight and water to produce glucose.
What force keeps planets in orbit around the Sun?
Answer: Gravity
Gravity is the attractive force between masses that keeps planets in elliptical orbits around the Sun.
Which part of the human brain controls balance and coordination?
Answer: Cerebellum
The cerebellum coordinates voluntary movements, balance, and fine motor skills.