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1. What is a group of organisms of the same species living in a particular area called?

• A. Community
• B. Population
• C. Ecosystem
• D. Habitat

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Rationale: A) Community refers to all the populations of different species living and interacting in a particular area. Since the question specifies organisms of the same species, community is not the correct answer. B) Population is a group of organisms of the same species living in a particular area. This term specifically refers to individuals of the same species and their interactions within a defined area. C) Ecosystem includes all the living organisms (biotic factors) and non-living components (abiotic factors) in a particular area and their interactions. While populations are part of an ecosystem, the term "ecosystem" is broader and includes multiple populations. D) Habitat refers to the specific environment where an organism lives, including the physical and biological factors. It is the place where a population or individual organism resides, but it does not specifically refer to a group of organisms of the same species.

2. Nuclear forces are much stronger than electromagnetic forces at the nuclear level. What property best describes this characteristic?

• A. Short-range interaction
• B. Long-range interaction
• C. Repulsive force
• D. Dependent on charge only

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Nuclear forces operate within a very small range compared to electromagnetic forces, impacting only nucleons directly touching each other.

3. Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of pregnancy?

• A. Fatigue
• B. Nausea
• C. Increased urination
• D. Loss of appetite

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D: "Loss of appetite." While it is common for pregnant individuals to experience fatigue, nausea, and increased urination due to hormonal changes and the body's adaptations during pregnancy, a loss of appetite is not typically a common symptom. Most pregnant individuals experience increased appetite, particularly in the early stages of pregnancy. This increased appetite is often attributed to the body's need for additional nutrients to support the growing fetus. Therefore, the absence of appetite loss makes option D the correct choice in this question.

4. The WBC (white blood cell) type responsible for the initial attack on pathogens is:

• A. Red blood cells
• B. Platelets
• C. Phagocytes
• D. Lymphocytes

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C: Phagocytes. Phagocytes are a type of white blood cell that plays a crucial role in the immune response by engulfing and destroying pathogens. They are the first line of defense against invading microorganisms, initiating the initial attack on pathogens. Red blood cells (option A) are responsible for carrying oxygen, not for immune responses. Platelets (option B) are involved in blood clotting. Lymphocytes (option D) are another type of white blood cell but are mainly responsible for specific immune responses rather than the initial attack on pathogens.

5. Which blood type is a universal donor?

• A. A
• B. B
• C. AB
• D. O

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Rationale: Blood type O is considered the universal donor because individuals with type O blood can donate red blood cells to individuals with any ABO blood type (A, B, AB, or O) without causing an adverse reaction. This is because type O blood lacks A or B antigens on the surface of red blood cells, which helps minimize the risk of an immune response when transfused into individuals with different blood types. Therefore, type O blood is in high demand for blood transfusions in emergency situations when the recipient's blood type is unknown or when there is a shortage of specific blood types.

6. Which term describes the resistance of a substance to being hammered into different shapes?

• A. Viscosity
• B. Ductility
• C. Malleability
• D. Conductivity

Correct answer: c

Rationale: Malleability refers to the resistance of a substance to being hammered or pressed into different shapes without breaking.

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