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Quiz Set 8 — Biology

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Question 1 of 10

What is the name for the study of the universe?

Cosmology is the branch of astronomy studying the origin and evolution of the universe.
Question 2 of 10

What element has the atomic number 1?

Hydrogen has atomic number 1, meaning it has one proton in its nucleus.
Question 3 of 10

What type of lens converges light rays?

A convex (converging) lens bends light rays toward a focal point.
Question 4 of 10

What is the second most abundant gas in Earth's atmosphere?

Oxygen makes up about 21% of the atmosphere, second only to nitrogen.
Question 5 of 10

What is the name for the study of weather?

Meteorology is the scientific study of the atmosphere and weather.
Question 6 of 10

What is the charge of a proton?

Protons carry a positive electric charge and reside in the atomic nucleus.
Question 7 of 10

Which scientist is known for the laws of planetary motion?

Johannes Kepler formulated three laws describing planetary orbital motion.
Question 8 of 10

What is the melting point of ice in Fahrenheit?

Ice melts at 32°F (0°C) at standard atmospheric pressure.
Question 9 of 10

What is the term for the preserved remains of ancient organisms?

Fossils are preserved remains or traces of organisms from past geological ages.
Question 10 of 10

What is the chemical formula for carbon dioxide?

Carbon dioxide is CO2 — one carbon atom bonded to two oxygen atoms.