Nursing Elites

1. Which of the following represents a form of potential energy?

• A. A moving car
• B. A spinning top
• C. A raised hammer
• D. A rolling ball

Correct answer: c

Rationale: A raised hammer possesses potential energy due to its elevated position relative to the ground.

2. Neon (Ne). Both He and Ne belong to Group 18 (Noble Gases) due to their complete and stable outer electron shells.

• A. Electromagnetism
• B. Gravity
• C. Strong nuclear force
• D. Weak nuclear force

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Strong nuclear force. This incredibly powerful force overcomes the repulsive electrostatic force between protons and binds the nucleus together.

3. The author most likely included information about the Silk Road to...

• A. Introduce a famous tourist destination.
• B. Explain the architectural style of Petra.
• C. Emphasize the historical context of the city.
• D. Compare Petra to other ancient trade centers.

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The Silk Road directly impacts Petra's history and prosperity, making it relevant to the historical context

4. When does work on an object occur?

• A. Only when the object's velocity changes
• B. Only when a force is applied to the object
• C. Whenever there is a force exerted on the object causing displacement
• D. Only when the object is lifted vertically

Correct answer: c

Rationale: Work is done when a force is applied to an object, causing it to move in the direction of the force.

5. What is the difference between a prokaryotic cell and a eukaryotic cell?

• A. Prokaryotic cells have a nucleus, while eukaryotic cells do not
• B. Eukaryotic cells have a nucleus, while prokaryotic cells do not.
• C. Prokaryotic cells have membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells do not.
• D. Eukaryotic cells have membrane-bound organelles, while prokaryotic cells do not.

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Rationale: - Prokaryotic cells are simpler and do not have a true nucleus. Their genetic material is located in the nucleoid region, which is not enclosed by a membrane. - Eukaryotic cells are more complex and have a true nucleus that houses the genetic material, enclosed within a nuclear membrane. - Both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells have organelles, but eukaryotic cells have membrane-bound organelles such as mitochondria, endoplasmic reticulum, and Golgi apparatus, while prokaryotic cells lack these membrane-bound organelles.

6. The adaptive immune system develops a targeted response to specific pathogens. What type of immune cell is responsible for producing antibodies?

• A. Natural killer cells
• B. Phagocytes
• C. Helper T cells
• D. B cells

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D: B cells. B cells are a type of lymphocyte responsible for producing antibodies, which play a crucial role in the adaptive immune response. When a pathogen enters the body, B cells are activated and differentiate into plasma cells that secrete specific antibodies to target and neutralize the pathogen. Natural killer cells (A) are part of the innate immune system and are responsible for killing infected or abnormal cells. Phagocytes (B) are another type of innate immune cell that engulfs and digests pathogens. Helper T cells (C) play a vital role in coordinating the immune response but do not directly produce antibodies.

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