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1. Scientists compare the DNA of different organisms to understand evolutionary relationships. What is this type of evidence called?

• A. Morphological evidence (comparing body structures)
• B. Biochemical evidence (comparing molecules like proteins)
• C. Geographic distribution evidence (where organisms live)
• D. Genetic evidence (comparing DNA sequences)

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Rationale: A) Morphological evidence involves comparing body structures of organisms, which can provide information about evolutionary relationships based on physical similarities and differences. However, DNA comparison is a more direct and accurate method for understanding evolutionary relationships. B) Biochemical evidence involves comparing molecules like proteins, which can also provide insights into evolutionary relationships. However, DNA comparison is considered more reliable due to the direct relationship between DNA sequences and genetic information. C) Geographic distribution evidence refers to where organisms live and how their distribution may provide clues about evolutionary history. While this can be informative, it is not as direct or specific as comparing DNA sequences. D) Genetic evidence involves comparing DNA sequences of different organisms to understand their evolutionary relationships. DNA comparison is a powerful tool in evolutionary biology because it provides

2. Which of the following numbers is the greatest common factor (GCF) of 12 and 18?

• A. 2
• B. 3
• C. 6
• D. 9

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The GCF is the largest number that is a factor of both 12 and 18. We can factor each number to find common factors: 12 = 2 x 2 x 3 and 18 = 2 x 3 x 3. The greatest common factor that appears in both factorizations is 6 (2 x 3).

3. Which of the following is NOT a type of intermolecular force?

• A. Hydrogen bonding
• B. Dipole-dipole interactions
• C. Ionic bonding
• D. London dispersion forces

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Ionic bonding is a type of intramolecular force, holding ions together within an ionic compound. Intermolecular forces are responsible for the interactions between individual molecules.

4. In a covalent bond, the shared electrons:

• A. Are completely transferred to one atom.
• B. Spend more time closer to the more electronegative atom.
• C. Remain equidistant between the two atoms.
• D. Do not influence the bond strength.

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Spend more time closer to the more electronegative atom. Electronegativity determines the "pull" on shared electrons, with the more electronegative atom attracting them for a larger portion of the time, creating a partial negative charge near its nucleus.

5. Which of the following factors would increase the solubility of a gas in a liquid?

• A. Decreasing temperature
• B. Increasing pressure
• C. Decreasing surface area
• D. Increasing particle size

Correct answer: b

Rationale: Henry's law states that the solubility of a gas in a liquid is directly proportional to the pressure of the gas above the liquid. The other choices would typically decrease solubility.

6. Which of the following is a characteristic of a solution with a high viscosity?

• A. It flows easily
• B. It has a low resistance to flow
• C. It has a high resistance to flow
• D. It does not mix with other liquids

Correct answer: c

Rationale: Solutions with high viscosity have a high resistance to flow. The other choices do not accurately describe high viscosity.

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