Nursing Elites

1. What property of matter remains constant regardless of changes in its state?

• A. Mass
• B. Volume
• C. Density
• D. Weight

Correct answer: a

Rationale: Mass remains constant for a given amount of matter, regardless of its state (solid, liquid, or gas) or its location in the universe. Explanation of other options:

2. Identify the adjective in the following sentence: The colorful sunset painted the sky with vibrant hues.

• A. sunset
• B. with
• C. colorful
• D. painted

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Adjectives modify nouns and pronouns. The adjective "colorful" describes the noun "sunset".

3. Identify the type of clause in the sentence "When the clock struck midnight, the magic began."

• A. Main clause
• B. Subordinate clause
• C. Appositive clause
• D. Noun clause

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The "when" clause introduces additional information about the main sentence and acts as a subordinate clause.

4. Which organ helps break down food by grinding it with your teeth?

• A. Stomach
• B. Esophagus
• C. Liver
• D. Mouth

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Rationale: The mouth is the organ that helps break down food by grinding it with your teeth. The process of chewing, also known as mastication, breaks down food into smaller pieces, making it easier to swallow and digest. The teeth in the mouth play a crucial role in this initial stage of digestion by physically breaking down food into smaller particles. The other options listed do not directly participate in the mechanical breakdown of food through chewing.

5. What is the molar mass of Ca(NO3)2?

• A. 74.1 g/mol
• B. 132.1 g/mol
• C. 164.1 g/mol
• D. 78.1 g/mol

Correct answer: b

Rationale: Calculate the molar mass: Ca(40.08) + 2N(14.01) + 6O(16.00) = 132.1 g/mol.

6. Dendrites are finger-like extensions found on

• A. Muscle cells
• B. Connective tissue cells
• C. Neurons
• D. Epithelial cells

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Dendrites are the primary sites for receiving signals in a neuron. They are specialized extensions that branch out from the cell body of a neuron to receive incoming information from other neurons. These finger-like projections play a crucial role in transmitting electrical impulses and communication within the nervous system. Muscle cells, connective tissue cells, and epithelial cells do not have dendrites as they are not involved in neuronal communication.

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