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Side A ------ Side B
The virus that causes AIDS ------ HIV
In what region of the body is the Humerus found? ------ Arms
What kind of cells are important part of the immune system? ------ White blood cells
Positive charge of an atom ------ Proton
The process of cellular respiration in animal cells occurs in which organelle? ------ Mitochondria
The purpose of Mitosis? ------  To produce genetically identical copies of cells 
Amoebas are single-celled organisms that eat by surrounding and engulfing its food.  This process of eating is ------ Phagocytosis
What kinds of energy does a glass that falls off a table onto the floor illustrate? ------ Potential energy converted to kinetic energy
White light from the sun is ------ a mixture of all the colors of the visible spectrum
What kind of materials could serve as possible conductors? ------ Metals (Silver, Copper ect.....)
The electrical current used in most everyday appliances? ------ AC - Alternating Current
Human blood has a pH of about 7.4, if the pH were to change to 6.9 this indicates ------ an increase in acidity(The pH drops from 7.4 to 6.9. An increase of the proton (H+) concentration thus decreases the pH. A lower pH results in an increase in acidity.)
Which planet would most likely have a temperature of 800°F? ------ Mercury
Igneous rock forms from ------ molten magma within the earth that cools and solidifies 
Does warm air have more or less atmospheric pressure than cold air. ------ Less atmospheric pressure
Which kingdom consists of eukaryotic, single-celled organisms ------ Protista Kingdom
A water shortage has resulted in restricted, small quantities of water
to drink. What hormone would increase in circulation as a result of
this decreased water intake? ------ anti-diuretic hormone(Anti-diuretic hormones work on renal tubules of the kidneys by making
them reabsorb more water from the forming urine, and returning it to
the bloodstream. Growth hormones stimulate body cells to grow and
divide. Insulin lowers blood sugar levels. Oxytocin stimulates uterine
contractions.)
In humans, the trait for dimpled chins is dominant. Not having a
dimpled chin is recessive. Two dimpled chin people who are heterozygous
for this trait have children. What is the probability of dimpled versus
non-dimpled offspring? ------ 3/4 Dimpled, 1/4 Non-Dimpled
What disease results from vitamin deficiency? ------ Rickets
True or False - A burning match involves a chemical reaction? ------ True
What kind of a reaction happens when you burn a match? ------ A Chemical Reaction
You are stranded in a desert. After some time you notice a pool of
water off in the distance. You never reach the water and you realize it
was a mirage. What is the most likely cause of this phenomenon? ------ Refraction of light rays off the sand creating a false image 
What is the most prevelant current theory to explain the appearance of deep holes and craters on the moon's surface ------ Metoroids
One atom of Carbon has an atomic weight of 12 units; another atom of Carbon weighs 14 units. These two atoms are ------ Isotopes
Diabetes mellitus results from the malfunction of ------ Insulin
A person who is a carrier for sickle cell anemia is genetically ------ Heterozygous for the trait
Monocots and dicots are groups of  ------ Angiosperms(Angiosperms are a division of plants that are classified into two
groups, monocots and dicots, which refer to seed leaf structure.
(Monocots—one-seed leaves; dicots—two-seed leaves.))
What two respiratory gases are carried by red blood cells? ------ O2 and CO2
A nucleus is found in ------ Eukaryotic cells 
A list of the elements in order of increasing atomic number is called the  ------ Periodic Table
Polar molocules attracted to water are ------ hydrophilic 
An archaeologist found an insect in a layer of clay, a fern in a layer
of sand, a crustacean in a layer of mud, an amphibian in a layer of
clay, and a bird in a layer of rock. The insect probably lived at the
same time as the ------ Amphibian
What natural disaster is associated with seismic activity and recorded by a seismograph? ------ Earthquake
True or Fales - Vitamins and Minerals are part of the basic food groups? ------ False
What is synthesized by ribosomes? ------ Protiens(Ribosomes are organelles that help translate amino acids into proteins.)
An atom with 8 protons, 12 neutrons, and 8 electrons has an atomic number of  ------ 8(The atomic number refers to the number of protons in the nucleus of each atom of an element.)
Atmospheric gases that allow light to enter the atmosphere but do not allow heat to exit create a ------ Greenhouse Effect
A molocule is ------ a combination of two or more atoms 
When you sprinkle regular table salt on food, the salt will  ------ dissociate by a decomposition reaction 
Chewing is necessary for digestion because it  ------ increases the surface area of food exposed to enzymatic action 
Mammals, birds, amphibians and reptiles are examples of organisms belonging to which phylum?  ------ phylum Chordata 
Color Vision results as a function of which of the following?  ------ Cones(Cones are photoreceptors of the retinas that provide color vision and visual acuity.)
A solution having a low concentration of hydrogen ions would best fit with which of the following pH ?2, 5, 7, 12 ------ 12(A low concentration of hydrogen ions results in a more basic or
alkaline solution. Basic solutions have more hydroxyl ions. If the
hydroxyl ion concentration is greater, the pH value will be higher. If
the hydrogen ion concentration is greater, the pH value will be lower.)
How many days does it take the earth to complete one orbit around the sun? ------ 365.25 days
The earth follows what shape of orbit around the sun? ------ It has an elliptical path 
Radioactivity of an element results from  ------ a spontaneous disintegration of atomic nuclei(Radioactive elements are unstable and result in dissimilar
numbers of protons and neutrons. They spontaneously lose subatomic
particles and energy at known rates.)
Do sound waves move faster in the air, or in liquids and solids? ------ Liquids and Solids
Is fog a type of precipitation? ------ No(Precipitation may be defined as water in the solid or liquid state that
falls on the earth. Common types of precipitation are the rain, snow,
and hail. Fog is not a type of precipitation. It is formed by droplets
of water vapor floating in the air near the ground. Rain, which falls
from clouds, is the most common type of precipitation that takes place
at temperatures above 0° C. Snow is precipitation in the solid form
that occurs at temperatures below 0° C. Hailstones are associated with
convectional currents and cumulonimbus clouds.)
Roads along a curvature are banked to ------ reduce the centrifugal force on vehicles.(A vehicle moves in a circular motion along a curved, leveled road. The
vehicle is, therefore, subjected to a centrifugal force, which is a
pseudo-force that acts on a body when it is in a non-inertial or
accelerated frame of reference. The banked road provides a centripetal
force that is necessary to keep the vehicle from skidding along the
surface. The friction between the road and the tire also provides a
centripetal force. Therefore, the road along a curvature is banked to
reduce the centrifugal force on vehicles.)
The mass of an element that combines with one part by weight of hydrogen is defined as its  ------ Equivalent Weight(Equivalent weight is the mass of the element that combines with one
part by weight of hydrogen or with one atom of hydrogen (1.008 parts by
mass). When any monovalent element combines with one atom of hydrogen,
its equivalent weight becomes equal to its atomic weight. A monovalent
element such as chlorine combines with one atom of hydrogen to form a
molecule of hydrogen chloride. So, in this case, the equivalent weight
of chlorine is equal to its atomic weight: 35. Choices A, B, and D are
incorrect because they differ in their basic definition. Atomic weight
is the mass of an atom. Subatomic weight is the mass of a subatomic
particle and the molecular weight is a sum of the masses of the atoms
present in the molecule.)
Communication between neighboring cells is maintained through  ------ Endoplasmic Reticulum(The function of the endoplasmic reticulum is to transport chemicals
between and within cells. Therefore, it helps in communication between
neighboring cells. Plasmodesma is a protoplasmic connection between
cells. Golgi complex regulates the secretory pathway and controls
trafficking of different types of proteins. Vacuoles store water,
pigments, salts, and sugar.) 
Neutral part of an atom? ------ Neutron
Negetively charged part of an atom? ------ Electron
Exercise causes the respiratory (breathing) rate to increase because ------ the heart rate has increased 
A typical human female has how many pairs of chromosomes? ------ 22 pairs of chromosomes and two X chromosomes
If you wanted to obtain the greatest amount of energy from your daily
diet without concern for any other factors, which component would you
eat more of?Fats, starches, vegetables, or protiens. ------ Fats(Gram for gram, fat supplies more calories for energy than proteins, carbohydrates (starches), and vegetables.)
The most important source of energy for our planet is ------ The Sun
Evidence of pre-existing life is most likely found in   ------ Fossils
A control that reduces undesired pH fluctuations is a(n)  ------ Buffers
An uncharged particle in the atomic nucleus is  ------ Neutron
What is considered a universal energy molecule for cells?  ------ ATP - Adenosine Triphosphate(Adenosine triphosphate (ATP) is a nucleotide of adenine, ribose, and
three phosphate groups. ATP acts as an energy carrier and drives
virtually all energy-requiring cellular reactions.)
What is the correct order for taxonomic classification?  ------ kingdom, phylum, class, order, family, genus, species 
Aerobic respiration occurs in  ------ Both Plants and Animals
If an atom gains or loses an electron it becomes  
 ------ An Ion
A weather front is created by   ------ two distinct air masses meeting 
As a magnetic pole is approached, the magnetic force  ------ Increases
Blood pressure is a measure of ------ systolic blood pressure over diastolic blood pressure 
The bulk of the chemical breakdown and nutrient absorption occurs in the  ------ Small Intestine
What state of matter has the greatest amount of kinetic energy? ------ Gas
Acid rain can cause what type of weathering?  ------ Chemical
Iodine added to table salt can help prevent which disease?  ------ Goiter
The gravity on the moon is about what fraction of the Earth's gravity? ------ 1/6
When a bus starts, its passengers experience a backward jerk because ------ of the inertia of the bodies. 
In the modern periodic table, the number of electrons in the outermost shell of an atom is equal to the  ------ The group number
Two adaptations that help most of the desert plants to obtain and retain water are ------ shallow roots and small leaves 
What receptor is present in the retina of the eye?   ------ Photoreceptors 
The uncontrolled chain reaction that takes place in a nuclear reactor is controlled by  ------ Cadmium rods

The winds that blow from the subtropical high-pressure belt to the equatorial belt are known as the  ------ Trade Winds(The winds that blow from the subtropical high-pressure belt to the
equatorial belt are the trade winds. As they blow towards the equator,
they become warmer and do not provide rainfall unless and until they
meet a mountain barrier at right angles. The Westerlies are winds that
blow from the subtropical high-pressure belt to the sub-polar belt.
Polar winds blow from the polar high-pressure belt to the sub-polar
low-pressure belt. Local winds originate from local temperature and
pressure.)
What is the name of the horizontal rows on a periodic table? ------ Period

Side A ------ Side B
The virus that causes AIDS ------ HIV
In what region of the body is the Humerus found? ------ Arms
What kind of cells are important part of the immune system? ------ White blood cells
Positive charge of an atom ------ Proton
The process of cellular respiration in animal cells occurs in which organelle? ------ Mitochondria
The purpose of Mitosis? ------  To produce genetically identical copies of cells 
Amoebas are single-celled organisms that eat by surrounding and engulfing its food.  This process of eating is ------ Phagocytosis
What kinds of energy does a glass that falls off a table onto the floor illustrate? ------ Potential energy converted to kinetic energy
White light from the sun is ------ a mixture of all the colors of the visible spectrum
What kind of materials could serve as possible conductors? ------ Metals (Silver, Copper ect.....)
The electrical current used in most everyday appliances? ------ AC - Alternating Current
Human blood has a pH of about 7.4, if the pH were to change to 6.9 this indicates ------ an increase in acidity(The pH drops from 7.4 to 6.9. An increase of the proton (H+) concentration thus decreases the pH. A lower pH results in an increase in acidity.)
Which planet would most likely have a temperature of 800°F? ------ Mercury
Igneous rock forms from ------ molten magma within the earth that cools and solidifies 
Does warm air have more or less atmospheric pressure than cold air. ------ Less atmospheric pressure
Which kingdom consists of eukaryotic, single-celled organisms ------ Protista Kingdom
A water shortage has resulted in restricted, small quantities of water
to drink. What hormone would increase in circulation as a result of
this decreased water intake? ------ anti-diuretic hormone(Anti-diuretic hormones work on renal tubules of the kidneys by making
them reabsorb more water from the forming urine, and returning it to
the bloodstream. Growth hormones stimulate body cells to grow and
divide. Insulin lowers blood sugar levels. Oxytocin stimulates uterine
contractions.)
In humans, the trait for dimpled chins is dominant. Not having a
dimpled chin is recessive. Two dimpled chin people who are heterozygous
for this trait have children. What is the probability of dimpled versus
non-dimpled offspring? ------ 3/4 Dimpled, 1/4 Non-Dimpled
What disease results from vitamin deficiency? ------ Rickets
True or False - A burning match involves a chemical reaction? ------ True
What kind of a reaction happens when you burn a match? ------ A Chemical Reaction
You are stranded in a desert. After some time you notice a pool of
water off in the distance. You never reach the water and you realize it
was a mirage. What is the most likely cause of this phenomenon? ------ Refraction of light rays off the sand creating a false image 
What is the most prevelant current theory to explain the appearance of deep holes and craters on the moon's surface ------ Metoroids
One atom of Carbon has an atomic weight of 12 units; another atom of Carbon weighs 14 units. These two atoms are ------ Isotopes
Diabetes mellitus results from the malfunction of ------ Insulin
A person who is a carrier for sickle cell anemia is genetically ------ Heterozygous for the trait
Monocots and dicots are groups of  ------ Angiosperms(Angiosperms are a division of plants that are classified into two
groups, monocots and dicots, which refer to seed leaf structure.
(Monocots—one-seed leaves; dicots—two-seed leaves.))
What two respiratory gases are carried by red blood cells? ------ O2 and CO2
A nucleus is found in ------ Eukaryotic cells 
A list of the elements in order of increasing atomic number is called the  ------ Periodic Table
Polar molocules attracted to water are ------ hydrophilic 
An archaeologist found an insect in a layer of clay, a fern in a layer
of sand, a crustacean in a layer of mud, an amphibian in a layer of
clay, and a bird in a layer of rock. The insect probably lived at the
same time as the ------ Amphibian
What natural disaster is associated with seismic activity and recorded by a seismograph? ------ Earthquake
True or Fales - Vitamins and Minerals are part of the basic food groups? ------ False
What is synthesized by ribosomes? ------ Protiens(Ribosomes are organelles that help translate amino acids into proteins.)
An atom with 8 protons, 12 neutrons, and 8 electrons has an atomic number of  ------ 8(The atomic number refers to the number of protons in the nucleus of each atom of an element.)
Atmospheric gases that allow light to enter the atmosphere but do not allow heat to exit create a ------ Greenhouse Effect
A molocule is ------ a combination of two or more atoms 
When you sprinkle regular table salt on food, the salt will  ------ dissociate by a decomposition reaction 
Chewing is necessary for digestion because it  ------ increases the surface area of food exposed to enzymatic action 
Mammals, birds, amphibians and reptiles are examples of organisms belonging to which phylum?  ------ phylum Chordata 
Color Vision results as a function of which of the following?  ------ Cones(Cones are photoreceptors of the retinas that provide color vision and visual acuity.)
A solution having a low concentration of hydrogen ions would best fit with which of the following pH ?2, 5, 7, 12 ------ 12(A low concentration of hydrogen ions results in a more basic or
alkaline solution. Basic solutions have more hydroxyl ions. If the
hydroxyl ion concentration is greater, the pH value will be higher. If
the hydrogen ion concentration is greater, the pH value will be lower.)
How many days does it take the earth to complete one orbit around the sun? ------ 365.25 days
The earth follows what shape of orbit around the sun? ------ It has an elliptical path 
Radioactivity of an element results from  ------ a spontaneous disintegration of atomic nuclei(Radioactive elements are unstable and result in dissimilar
numbers of protons and neutrons. They spontaneously lose subatomic
particles and energy at known rates.)
Do sound waves move faster in the air, or in liquids and solids? ------ Liquids and Solids
Is fog a type of precipitation? ------ No(Precipitation may be defined as water in the solid or liquid state that
falls on the earth. Common types of precipitation are the rain, snow,
and hail. Fog is not a type of precipitation. It is formed by droplets
of water vapor floating in the air near the ground. Rain, which falls
from clouds, is the most common type of precipitation that takes place
at temperatures above 0° C. Snow is precipitation in the solid form
that occurs at temperatures below 0° C. Hailstones are associated with
convectional currents and cumulonimbus clouds.)
Roads along a curvature are banked to ------ reduce the centrifugal force on vehicles.(A vehicle moves in a circular motion along a curved, leveled road. The
vehicle is, therefore, subjected to a centrifugal force, which is a
pseudo-force that acts on a body when it is in a non-inertial or
accelerated frame of reference. The banked road provides a centripetal
force that is necessary to keep the vehicle from skidding along the
surface. The friction between the road and the tire also provides a
centripetal force. Therefore, the road along a curvature is banked to
reduce the centrifugal force on vehicles.)
The mass of an element that combines with one part by weight of hydrogen is defined as its  ------ Equivalent Weight(Equivalent weight is the mass of the element that combines with one
part by weight of hydrogen or with one atom of hydrogen (1.008 parts by
mass). When any monovalent element combines with one atom of hydrogen,
its equivalent weight becomes equal to its atomic weight. A monovalent
element such as chlorine combines with one atom of hydrogen to form a
molecule of hydrogen chloride. So, in this case, the equivalent weight
of chlorine is equal to its atomic weight: 35. Choices A, B, and D are
incorrect because they differ in their basic definition. Atomic weight
is the mass of an atom. Subatomic weight is the mass of a subatomic
particle and the molecular weight is a sum of the masses of the atoms
present in the molecule.)
Communication between neighboring cells is maintained through  ------ Endoplasmic Reticulum(The function of the endoplasmic reticulum is to transport chemicals
between and within cells. Therefore, it helps in communication between
neighboring cells. Plasmodesma is a protoplasmic connection between
cells. Golgi complex regulates the secretory pathway and controls
trafficking of different types of proteins. Vacuoles store water,
pigments, salts, and sugar.) 
Neutral part of an atom? ------ Neutron
Negetively charged part of an atom? ------ Electron
Exercise causes the respiratory (breathing) rate to increase because ------ the heart rate has increased 
A typical human female has how many pairs of chromosomes? ------ 22 pairs of chromosomes and two X chromosomes
If you wanted to obtain the greatest amount of energy from your daily
diet without concern for any other factors, which component would you
eat more of?Fats, starches, vegetables, or protiens. ------ Fats(Gram for gram, fat supplies more calories for energy than proteins, carbohydrates (starches), and vegetables.)
The most important source of energy for our planet is ------ The Sun
Evidence of pre-existing life is most likely found in   ------ Fossils
A control that reduces undesired pH fluctuations is a(n)  ------ Buffers
An uncharged particle in the atomic nucleus is  ------ Neutron
What is considered a universal energy molecule for cells?  ------ ATP - Adenosine Triphosphate(Adenosine triphosphate (ATP) is a nucleotide of adenine, ribose, and
three phosphate groups. ATP acts as an energy carrier and drives
virtually all energy-requiring cellular reactions.)
What is the correct order for taxonomic classification?  ------ kingdom, phylum, class, order, family, genus, species 
Aerobic respiration occurs in  ------ Both Plants and Animals
If an atom gains or loses an electron it becomes  
 ------ An Ion
A weather front is created by   ------ two distinct air masses meeting 
As a magnetic pole is approached, the magnetic force  ------ Increases
Blood pressure is a measure of ------ systolic blood pressure over diastolic blood pressure 
The bulk of the chemical breakdown and nutrient absorption occurs in the  ------ Small Intestine
What state of matter has the greatest amount of kinetic energy? ------ Gas
Acid rain can cause what type of weathering?  ------ Chemical
Iodine added to table salt can help prevent which disease?  ------ Goiter
The gravity on the moon is about what fraction of the Earth's gravity? ------ 1/6
When a bus starts, its passengers experience a backward jerk because ------ of the inertia of the bodies. 
In the modern periodic table, the number of electrons in the outermost shell of an atom is equal to the  ------ The group number
Two adaptations that help most of the desert plants to obtain and retain water are ------ shallow roots and small leaves 
What receptor is present in the retina of the eye?   ------ Photoreceptors 
The uncontrolled chain reaction that takes place in a nuclear reactor is controlled by  ------ Cadmium rods

The winds that blow from the subtropical high-pressure belt to the equatorial belt are known as the  ------ Trade Winds(The winds that blow from the subtropical high-pressure belt to the
equatorial belt are the trade winds. As they blow towards the equator,
they become warmer and do not provide rainfall unless and until they
meet a mountain barrier at right angles. The Westerlies are winds that
blow from the subtropical high-pressure belt to the sub-polar belt.
Polar winds blow from the polar high-pressure belt to the sub-polar
low-pressure belt. Local winds originate from local temperature and
pressure.)
What is the name of the horizontal rows on a periodic table? ------ Period