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openbookqa
obqa_02_02491
An area of dirt may have rivets in it depending on
[ "if soil is piled up", "if there is more soil", "if soil has been altered", "if soil has been added" ]
C
soil loss causes grooves in soil
sciq
sciq_01_08644
What make us sick when they become human parasites?
[ "protozoa", "larvae", "viruses", "detritus" ]
A
Most protist diseases in humans are caused by animal-like protists, or protozoa. Protozoa make us sick when they become human parasites. Three examples of parasitic protozoa are described below.
sciq
sciq_01_03956
Located above the stratosphere, what layer is the place where meteors burn up?
[ "mesosphere", "troposphere", "unisphere", "atmosphere" ]
A
The mesosphere is the layer above the stratosphere. Temperature decreases with altitude in this layer. Meteors burn up here.
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_03175
Carbamoyl phosphate synthase I is used in ?
[ "Purine synthesis", "Pyrimidine synthesis", "Urea cycle", "Uronic acid pathway" ]
C
Ans. is 'c' i.e., Urea cycleCarbamyl phosphate synthase I Urea cycleCarbamyl phosphate synthase II- Pyrimidine synthesis
sciq
sciq_01_05624
Isotopes are named for their number of ______ plus neutrons?
[ "electrons", "nuclei", "atoms", "protons" ]
D
Isotopes are named for their number of protons plus neutrons. If a carbon atom had 7 neutrons, what would it be named?.
sciq
sciq_01_07480
What is a biochemical compound that is a chain of amino acids called?
[ "proteins", "DNA", "lipids", "hormones" ]
A
Proteins are biochemical compounds that consist of one or more chains of amino acids. Proteins have many different functions. For example, some are enzymes, and some are hormones.
math_qa
mathqa_03_00909
a man sitting in a train which is traveling at 55 kmph observes that a goods train , traveling in opposite direction , takes 10 seconds to pass him . if the goods train is 320 m long , find its speed
[ "52 kmph", "56 kmph", "60 kmph", "62 kmph" ]
C
"explanation : relative speed = 320 / 10 m / sec = ( ( 320 / 10 ) × ( 18 / 5 ) ) kmph = 115 kmph . speed of goods train = ( 115 - 55 ) kmph = 60 kmph answer : option c"
sciq
sciq_01_10719
What is the space around the magnet called?
[ "optical field", "resistance field", "magnetic field", "gravitational field" ]
C
math_qa
mathqa_03_04985
if 5 ^ 10 x 2 ^ 10 = 10 ^ n what is the value of n ?
[ "16", "14", "12", "10" ]
D
"5 ^ 10 * 2 ^ 10 = 10 ^ n or 10 ^ 10 = 10 ^ n n = 10 d"
sciq
sciq_01_00067
What are the only truly innate behaviors in humans called?
[ "automatic movements", "reflexes", "feats", "flinches" ]
B
All animals have innate behaviors, even human beings. Can you think of human behaviors that do not have to be learned? Chances are, you will have a hard time thinking of any. The only truly innate behaviors in humans are called reflex behaviors . They occur mainly in babies. Like innate behaviors in other animals, refl...
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_02305
Which of the following is NOT an adverse effect of heparin?
[ "Bleeding", "Thrombocytopenia", "Hypokalemia", "Osteoporosis" ]
C
Heparin can inhibit the synthesis of aldosterone and may result in hyperkalemia..All the others are adverse effects of heparin. From medical pharmacology padmaja 4th edition Page no 336
openbookqa
obqa_02_00143
When the scientist finally completed his new invention he thanked his
[ "powers of observation", "lucky stars", "mother", "grandmother" ]
A
scientists make observations
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_04559
Corneal endothelial cell count is done by
[ "Slit lamp examination", "Gonioscopy", "Keratometry", "Specular microscopy" ]
D
The specular microscope is a special instrument that allows the doctor and photographer to see and record the corneal endothelial cells. Some instruments touch the front or the cornea. Others are non-contact. These instruments take advantage of a bright specular or mirror like image that is created when the angle of th...
math_qa
mathqa_03_02373
the sum of two consecutive number is 97 . which is the larger number ?
[ "42", "49", "44", "45" ]
B
"let consecutive number be x , x + 1 therefore sum of the consecutive number is x + x + 1 = 97 2 x + 1 = 97 2 x = 96 x = 48 therefore larger number is x + 1 = 49 answer : b"
openbookqa
obqa_02_01604
Mammals with blow holes can hear signals called
[ "radio waves", "air horns", "people talking", "clicks" ]
D
sound can be used for communication by animals
math_qa
mathqa_03_04616
what number should replace the question mark ? 2 , 16 , 4 , 14 , 6 , 12 , - - - ?
[ "8", "10", "12", "14" ]
A
answer : a 2 , 16 , 4 , 14 , 6 , 12 , 8 ? there are two alternate sequences : + 2 and - 2 .
openbookqa
obqa_02_01987
Someone who's starving can be saved with
[ "some water", "apple stems", "a dried leaf", "a coconut" ]
D
an animal requires nutrients for survival
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_04512
Which virus can cause hemorrhage -
[ "Parvovirus", "Adenovirus", "HPV", "Coronavirus" ]
B
Adenovirus causes Acute hemorrhagic cystitis in children and generalized exanthem. REF:ANANTHANARAYAN AND PANIKER'S TEXTBOOK OF MICROBIOLOGY 9TH EDITION PAGE NO:482
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_00560
A 35 year old female, mother of a Down's syndrome child, became pregnant. Amniocentesis is done to rule out Down's syndrome in the second child. What is the appropriate time for doing amniocentesis?
[ "6-Apr", "12-Aug", "17-Dec", "20-28" ]
C
Amniocentesis generally is carried out at 15 to 17 weeks of gestation but can be offered earlier (12-14 weeks). The underlying risk of amniocentesis when performed at 15 weeks of gestation and beyond is increased risk of miscarriage. This risk is estimated at 1 in 200 (0.5%). Ref: Manipalviratn S., Trivax B., Huang A. ...
math_qa
mathqa_03_02143
a , b and c enter into a partnership . a invests 3 times as much as b invests and 2 / 3 of what c invests . at the end of the year , the profit earned is rs . 55000 . what is the share of c ?
[ "rs . 12250", "rs . 13375", "rs . 16750", "rs . 15000" ]
D
explanation : let the investment of c be rs . x . the inverstment of b = rs . ( 2 x / 3 ) the inverstment of a = rs . ( 3 × ( 2 / 3 ) x ) = rs . ( 2 x ) ratio of capitals of a , b and c = 2 x : 2 x / 3 : x = 6 : 2 : 3 c ' s share = rs . [ ( 3 / 11 ) × 55000 ] = rs . 15000 answer : option d
ARC-Easy
arc_04_00679
Snapping a rubber band most likely produces which type of energy?
[ "heat", "light", "sound", "electrical" ]
C
null
sciq
sciq_01_00349
The process in which organ systems work to maintain a stable internal environment is called what?
[ "homeostasis", "consciousness", "thrombosis", "ketosis" ]
A
The process in which organ systems work to maintain a stable internal environment is called homeostasis . Keeping a stable internal environment requires constant adjustments. Here are just three of the many ways that human organ systems help the body maintain homeostasis:.
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_00035
Maximum number of oogonia is seen at
[ "Puberty", "20th week of gestation", "At birth", "20 years age" ]
B
Maximal number of oogonia is achieved at 20th week of gestation.
openbookqa
obqa_02_02693
There is less food to feed bacteria in a puddle when it
[ "fills", "grows", "drains", "overflows" ]
C
as available water in an environment decreases , the amount of available food in that environment will decrease
sciq
sciq_01_09105
Why are eutherian mammals sometimes called placental mammals?
[ "identical placental connection", "minor placental connection", "complex placental connection", "reacts placental connection" ]
C
Eutherians are the most widespread of the mammals, occurring throughout the world. There are several groups of eutherians, including Insectivora, the insect eaters; Edentata, the toothless anteaters; Rodentia, the rodents; Chiroptera, the bats; Cetacea, the aquatic mammals including whales; Carnivora, carnivorous mamma...
sciq
sciq_01_01890
Which carrier molecule becomes less effective at binding oxygen as temperature increases?
[ "water", "helium", "hemoglobin", "hydrogen" ]
C
sciq
sciq_01_03920
As temperature increases, the solubility of the majority of solid substances does what?
[ "increases", "mutates", "reduces", "stays the same" ]
A
The solubility of the majority of solid substances increases as the temperature increases. However, the effect is difficult to predict and varies widely from one solute to another. The temperature dependence of solubility can be visualized with the help of a solubility curve , a graph of the solubility vs. temperature ...
sciq
sciq_01_10475
The central nervous system is composed of the brain and what else?
[ "the spinal cord", "the sclerotic cord", "the dynamic cord", "the lateral cord" ]
A
User:Grm_wnr/Wikimedia Commons, modified by CK-12 Foundation. The central nervous system is composed of the brain and the spinal cord . Public Domain.
sciq
sciq_01_11425
What is the minimum number of times a partial lunar eclipse will occur each year?
[ "two", "six", "five", "11" ]
A
Partial lunar eclipses occur at least twice a year, but total lunar eclipses are less common. The Moon glows with a dull red coloring during a total lunar eclipse ( Figure below ).
sciq
sciq_01_09230
What is the process of isolating a specific gene and then making a copy of it for use in gene therapy?
[ "gene cloning", "gene copying", "gene treatment", "attribute cloning" ]
A
Gene cloning is the process of isolating and making copies of a gene. This is useful for many purposes. For example, gene cloning might be used to isolate and make copies of a normal gene for gene therapy. Gene cloning involves four steps: isolation, ligation, transformation, and selection. You can watch an interactive...
sciq
sciq_01_03411
Which principle states that two species cannot occupy the same niche in a habitat?
[ "competitive exclusion", "tough exclusion", "produce exclusion", "complete exclusion" ]
A
Competitive Exclusion Principle Resources are often limited within a habitat and multiple species may compete to obtain them. All species have an ecological niche in the ecosystem, which describes how they acquire the resources they need and how they interact with other species in the community. The competitive exclusi...
sciq
sciq_01_10510
Lipids are broken down by what?
[ "triglycerides", "hydrolysis", "amino acids", "lipases" ]
D
Dehydration and hydrolysis reactions are catalyzed, or “sped up,” by specific enzymes; dehydration reactions involve the formation of new bonds, requiring energy, while hydrolysis reactions break bonds and release energy. These reactions are similar for most macromolecules, but each monomer and polymer reaction is spec...
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_02401
Which of the following inhibits the activity of acetyl-CoA carboxylase?
[ "Citrate", "Glucagon", "High-carbohydrate, low-fat diet", "Insulin" ]
B
The key thing to remember here is that acetyl-CoA carboxylase catalyzes the first and rate-limiting step of fatty acid synthesis. If you got that far, you could have figured out which of the choices would inhibit the synthesis of fatty acids. Ceainly glucagon, a catabolic hormone released in response to low blood gluco...
ARC-Challenge
arc_04_02888
Clams, oysters, and mussels eat plankton filtered from water. How would clams, oysters, and mussels most likely be affected if the amount of plankton in a large body of water was significantly reduced?
[ "They would increase in number.", "They would find a new food source.", "They would become prey to other animals.", "They would compete for a limited food source." ]
D
null
sciq
sciq_01_00000
What type of organism is commonly used in preparation of foods such as cheese and yogurt?
[ "gymnosperms", "protozoa", "viruses", "mesophilic organisms" ]
D
Mesophiles grow best in moderate temperature, typically between 25°C and 40°C (77°F and 104°F). Mesophiles are often found living in or on the bodies of humans or other animals. The optimal growth temperature of many pathogenic mesophiles is 37°C (98°F), the normal human body temperature. Mesophilic organisms have impo...
sciq
sciq_01_02586
What isotope of carbon is typically used to date ancient items?
[ "uranium 14", "nitrogen 14", "carbon 12", "carbon 14" ]
D
openbookqa
obqa_02_00440
in order to better live in its habitat, camels have done one of these
[ "adapted long ears the size of elephant's", "adapted a raised portion on their dorsal side", "adapted long snouts to drink from holes", "all of these" ]
B
An example of an adaptation is camel humps
sciq
sciq_01_03367
What is the stage called for babies that are in the first year of life after birth?
[ "infancy", "primary stage", "original stage", "adolescence" ]
A
Infancy is the first year of life after birth. Infants are born with a surprising range of abilities. For example, they have well-developed senses of touch, hearing, and smell. They can also communicate their needs by crying. During their first year, they develop many other abilities, including those described below. F...
sciq
sciq_01_05856
The infection-fighting complement system consists of roughly 30 proteins in?
[ "stomach acid", "stool", "blood plasma", "fats" ]
C
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_03038
Best X-ray to determine age of 7 years child: Maharashtra 10
[ "Hand and wrist", "Foot and ankle", "Pelvis", "Shoulder" ]
A
Ans. Hand and wrist
sciq
sciq_01_11505
What is the term that refers to stored chemical energy in organic matter or wastes?
[ "biomass energy", "potential energy", "nuclear energy", "starch energy" ]
A
The stored chemical energy in organic matter or wastes is called biomass energy. The organic matter may be trees or other plants, or it may be wastes from homes and industries. When biomass is burned, it produces thermal energy that can be used for heating homes, cooking, or generating electricity. Biomass—especially w...
math_qa
mathqa_03_02111
the product of two successive numbers is 462 . which is the smaller of the two numbers ?
[ "21", "23", "26", "27" ]
A
a 21 from the given alternatives , 21 × 22 = 462 ∴ smaller number = 21
sciq
sciq_01_04930
What is the most common type of muscle in the human body?
[ "skeletal", "digestive", "internal", "fetal" ]
A
Muscle tissue that is attached to bone is skeletal muscle . Whether you are blinking your eyes or running a marathon, you are using skeletal muscle. Contractions of skeletal muscle are voluntary, or under conscious control. When skeletal muscle contracts, bones move. Skeletal muscle is the most common type of muscle in...
sciq
sciq_01_10675
What is the study of chemical processes that occur in living things?
[ "physiology", "biochemistry", "cardiology", "phrenology" ]
B
Biochemistry is the study of chemical processes that occur in living things. Research may cover basic cellular processes up to understanding disease states so better treatments can be developed.
sciq
sciq_01_10644
What part of the body controls the responses of hunger and satiety?
[ "blood", "heart", "small intestine", "brain" ]
D
34.4 Digestive System Regulation The brain and the endocrine system control digestive processes. The brain controls the responses of hunger and satiety. The endocrine system controls the release of hormones and enzymes required for digestion of food in the digestive tract.
math_qa
mathqa_03_03088
what sum of money put at c . i amounts in 2 years to rs . 8820 and in 3 years to rs . 9261 ?
[ "rs . 8000", "rs . 8400", "rs . 7500", "rs . 7800" ]
A
"explanation : 8820 - - - - 441 100 - - - - ? = > 5 % x * 105 / 100 * 105 / 100 = 8820 x * 1.1025 = 8820 x = 8820 / 1.1025 = > 8000 answer is a"
openbookqa
obqa_02_00386
If you desired to keep your house cooler in the summer months
[ "plant trees that tower above the ground", "plant ivy around the trees", "plant shrubs around the foundation", "plant trees that stay smaller than dogwoods" ]
A
large trees block sunlight from reaching the ground
math_qa
mathqa_03_04507
if a certain number is divided by 3 , the quotient , dividend , and divisor , added together , will amount to 63 . what is the number ?
[ "18", "28", "45", "38" ]
C
"let x = the number sought . then x / 3 + x + 3 = 63 . and x = 45 . c"
math_qa
mathqa_03_03846
a can complete a project in 20 days and b can complete the same project in 30 days . if a and b start working on the project together and a quits 10 days before the project is completed , in how many days will the project be completed ?
[ "18 days", "27 days", "26.67 days", "16 days" ]
A
"answer a can complete a project in 20 days . so , a will complete 1 / 20 th of the project in a day . b can complete a project in 30 days . so , b will complete 1 / 30 th of the project in a day . let the total number of days taken to complete the project be x days . b worked for all x days . however , a worked for ( ...
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_03316
Which of the following infection is mainly diagnosed by serological tests-
[ "Actinomycosis", "Q Fever", "TB", "Leprosy" ]
B
Ans. is 'b' i.e., Q fever o The diagnosis of actinomycosis is most commonly made by microscopic identification of sulphur granules,o In most instances, the diagnosis of Q-fever relies upon serology,o TB is usually diagnosed by sputom microscopy and/or culture.o Leprosy is diagnosed clinically which is confirmed by hist...
ARC-Easy
arc_04_00748
Vehicle exhaust contains a form of pollution called particulate matter. Technologies are being developed to reduce the amount of particulate matter in exhaust. A vehicle that produces less particulate matter would have the greatest impact on which aspect of human health?
[ "heart health", "respiratory health", "the rate of birth defects", "weight and physical fitness" ]
B
null
openbookqa
obqa_02_01277
One example of avoiding waste when grocery shopping is to bring your own
[ "cloth satchel", "greedy nature", "one-use paper bags", "disposable plastic bag" ]
A
An example of avoiding waste is using an object more than once
ARC-Easy
arc_04_00601
What determines how long the Moon takes to complete one cycle of phases?
[ "the period of rotation of the Moon around its axis", "the period of revolution of the Moon around Earth", "the period of rotation of Earth around its axis", "the period of revolution of Earth around the Sun" ]
B
null
sciq
sciq_01_05642
When light meets matter, it may be reflected, transmitted, or what?
[ "absorbed", "diffuse", "diffracted", "reflected" ]
A
sciq
sciq_01_06343
What term describes a type of redox reaction in which the same substance is both oxidized and reduced?
[ "misappropriation", "disproportion", "disapprobation", "interposition" ]
B
Disproportion is a type of redox reaction in which the same substance is both oxidized and reduced. Identify the element that is disproportionating and indicate the initial and final oxidation numbers of that element. 2CuCl(aq) → CuCl2(aq) + Cu(s) Saylor URL: http://www. saylor. org/books.
openbookqa
obqa_02_01381
Which of these use a womb instead of eggs for fetal development?
[ "chickens", "falcons", "lemurs", "hawks" ]
C
live birth means developing inside the mother instead of an egg
ARC-Easy
arc_04_01454
Which cell can survive without the help of other cells?
[ "leaf cell", "yeast cell", "onion cell", "muscle cell" ]
B
null
sciq
sciq_01_06611
Mountain building and earthquakes are some of the responses of rocks when subected to what?
[ "time", "stress", "weather", "erosion" ]
B
When plates are pushed or pulled, the rock is subjected to stress. Stress can cause a rock to change shape or to break. When a rock bends without breaking, it folds. When the rock breaks, it fractures. Mountain building and earthquakes are some of the responses rocks have to stress.
openbookqa
obqa_02_03684
Which would likely displace a family of chipmunks?
[ "wind", "thunder", "rain", "mall construction" ]
D
humans changing an environment sometimes causes that environment to be destroyed
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_00207
Where does the "knot" is put in the neck during judicial hanging?
[ "The back of the neck", "Under angle of jaw", "Below the chin", "Choice of hangman" ]
B
In judicial hanging, a rope to allow a drop of five to seven metres according to the weight, build and age of the person, is looped round the neck, with the knot under the angle of the jaw. This causes fracture-dislocation usually at the level of the second and third, or third and fouh cervical veebrae. Ref: The essent...
ARC-Easy
arc_04_01261
In the lab, students are working with substances that could cause burns. Which of these safety precautions is most important to follow?
[ "Sinks are empty.", "Glassware is clean.", "Eye protection is worn.", "Electrical equipment is off." ]
C
null
sciq
sciq_01_09964
What two types of atoms bond to form sulfate minerals?
[ "oxygen and carbon", "oxygen and sulfur", "oxygen and calcium", "carbon and sulfur" ]
B
Sulfate minerals contain sulfur atoms bonded to oxygen atoms. Like halides, they can form in places where salt water evaporates. Many minerals belong in the sulfate group, but there are only a few common sulfate minerals. Gypsum is a common sulfate mineral that contains calcium, sulfate, and water. Gypsum is found in v...
sciq
sciq_01_01951
Atoms are composed of negatively charged electrons and a positively charged what?
[ "DNA segment", "nucleus", "bond", "neutron" ]
B
30.2 Discovery of the Parts of the Atom: Electrons and Nuclei • Atoms are composed of negatively charged electrons, first proved to exist in cathode-ray-tube experiments, and a positively charged nucleus. • All electrons are identical and have a charge-to-mass ratio of.
openbookqa
obqa_02_04747
If you hear that its snowy outside, you can expect there to be
[ "an abundance of fire", "Absolutely zero snow outside", "a plethora of snow", "frogs falling from sky" ]
C
snowy means a large amount of snow
math_qa
mathqa_03_01578
sides of a rectangular park are in the ratio 3 : 2 and its area is 3750 sq m , the cost of fencing it at 90 ps per meter is ?
[ "287", "369", "225", "279" ]
C
"3 x * 2 x = 3750 = > x = 25 2 ( 75 + 50 ) = 250 m 250 * 0.9 = rs . 225 answer : c"
openbookqa
obqa_02_02245
Two rabbits frequently copulate. The result for the rabbits will likely be
[ "broods", "snacks", "teeth", "burrows" ]
A
reproduction produces offspring
sciq
sciq_01_07040
What is the method of evolution by which advantageous heritable traits become more common over generations?
[ "artificial selection", "flow selection", "same selection", "natural selection" ]
D
The theory of evolution by natural selection was proposed at about the same time by both Charles Darwin and Alfred Russel Wallace, shown in Figure below , and was set out in detail in Darwin's 1859 book On the Origin of Species . Natural selection is a process that causes heritable traits that are helpful for survival ...
sciq
sciq_01_06390
The myod protein deserves its designation as a master regulatory what?
[ "hormone", "protein", "gene", "enzyme" ]
C
Some organisms can reproduce sexually or asexually. Under what conditions might each type of reproduction be an advantage?.
sciq
sciq_01_02317
Ultraviolet radiation has the highest energy; which has the lowest?
[ "infrared", "thermal", "kinetic", "nuclear" ]
A
Ultraviolet radiation has the highest energy; infrared the lowest.
sciq
sciq_01_02265
Minerals form when they precipitate from hot fluids that have done what?
[ "heated up", "cooled down", "dried out", "accelerated down" ]
B
Minerals form when they precipitate from hot fluids that have cooled down.
openbookqa
obqa_02_02275
A person wanting to attract striped insects to come and feed in their yard would display
[ "birds", "tuna", "knives", "carnations" ]
D
bees eat pollen
ARC-Easy
arc_04_00507
An eagle is a bird that reproduces by laying its eggs in a dry nest. Which animal lays its eggs in a place most similar to the eagle?
[ "amphibian", "fish", "mammal", "reptile" ]
D
null
openbookqa
obqa_02_01000
The property of fur that is a result of the way that it reflects or emits light is
[ "an inherited characteristic", "a fabricated characteristic", "a manufacturing characteristic", "an age characteristic" ]
A
the color of fur is an inherited characteristic
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_01479
The Meckel&;s diverticulum is situated at a maximum distance of about____ cm from the ileocecal valve -
[ "25", "60", "75", "100" ]
D
Meckel diverticulum, caused by persistence of the vitelline duct and, on the antimesenteric ileal border, 60 to 100 cm from the ileocecal valve in adults. It is the most common and the most clinically significant congenital anomaly of the small intestine. Two thirds of patients are younger than 2 years. The omphalomese...
sciq
sciq_01_02234
In the water molecule, two of the electron pairs are lone pairs rather than what?
[ "bonding ions", "ions pairs", "bonding pairs", "acid pairs" ]
C
The water molecule, like the ammonia and methane molecules, has a tetrahedral domain geometry. In the water molecule, two of the electron pairs are lone pairs rather than bonding pairs. The molecular geometry of the water molecule is referred to as bent . The H-O-H bond angle is 104.5°, which is smaller than the bond a...
math_qa
mathqa_03_02797
if the average of 201 , 202 , 204 , 205 , 206 , 209 , 209 , 210 , 212 and x is 207 , what is the value of x ?
[ "207", "209", "211", "212" ]
D
sum of the deviations of the numbers in the set from the mean is always zero 201 , 202 , 204 , 205 , 206 , 209 , 209 , 210 , 212 mean is 207 so the list is - 6 - 5 - 3 - 2 - 1 + 2 + 2 + 3 + 5 . . . this shud total to zero but this is - 5 , hence we need a number that is 5 more than the mean to get a + 5 and make it zer...
sciq
sciq_01_07469
An important chemical compound, which supplies living things with the energy they need to survive, is composed of carbon, oxygen and atoms of what other element?
[ "calcium", "nitrogen", "magnesium", "hydrogen" ]
D
The opening image is a model of an important chemical compound. Without it, living things would not have the energy they need to survive. Compared with most other compounds in living things, molecules of this compound are small and simple. In the model, the gray circles represent carbon atoms, the red circles represent...
math_qa
mathqa_03_01804
calculate the largest 6 digit number which is exactly divisible by 55 ?
[ "999955", "999900", "999845", "999790" ]
A
"largest 4 digit number is 999999 after doing 999999 ÷ 55 we get remainder 44 hence largest 4 digit number exactly divisible by 88 = 999999 - 44 = 999955 a"
math_qa
mathqa_03_01737
a scientist used a unique two - color code to identify each of the test subjects involved in a certain study . if the scientist found that choosing from among 5 colors produced enough color codes to identify all but 6 of the test subjects , how many test subjects were in the study ? ( assume that the order of the color...
[ "14", "15", "16", "17" ]
C
5 c 2 = 10 the number of test subjects is 10 + 6 = 16 the answer is c .
math_qa
mathqa_03_02906
when positive integer x is divided by positive integer y , the result is 59.32 . what is the sum e of all possible 2 - digit remainders for x / y ?
[ "560", "616", "672", "728" ]
B
"ans b 616 . . . remainders = . 32 = 32 / 100 = 8 / 25 = 16 / 50 and so on . . so two digit remainders are 16 + 24 + 32 + . . . . + 96 . . e = 8 ( 2 + 3 + 4 . . . . + 12 ) = 616 . b"
openbookqa
obqa_02_01378
Electrical conduction may occur when
[ "a person takes a trip", "a person gets a dog", "a person presses a key to a socket", "a person moves plastic into a car" ]
C
electrical conduction is when metals conduct electricity through metal
openbookqa
obqa_02_04636
A flashlight can be used to
[ "create warmness", "become a firefly", "travel to space", "harvest magic" ]
A
a flashlight emits light
sciq
sciq_01_05687
What scale is used to succinctly communicate the acidity or basicity of a solution?
[ "Richter scale", "solvent scale", "ph", "ions" ]
C
The pH scale is used to succinctly communicate the acidity or basicity of a solution.
openbookqa
obqa_02_02309
Which of the following burns due to wax?
[ "electric kettle", "internal combustion engine", "tea candle", "gas stove" ]
C
lighting a candle causes that candle to burn
sciq
sciq_01_03864
Animal starch, called glycogen, is stored in the liver and where else?
[ "kidneys", "muscles", "nerves", "hands" ]
B
Note the Pattern Because carbohydrates have a carbonyl functional group and several hydroxyl groups, they can undergo a variety of reactions. Two familiar polysaccharides are starch and cellulose, which both hydrolyze to produce thousands of glucose units. They differ only in the connection between glucose units and th...
math_qa
mathqa_03_00564
one side of a rectangle is 3 cm shorter than the other side . if we increase the length of each side by 1 cm , then the area of the rectangle will increase by 18 cm 2 . find the lengths of all sides .
[ "10 and 3", "7 and 10", "10 and 7", "3 and 10" ]
C
"let x be the length of the longer side x > 3 , then the other side ' s length is x − 3 cm . then the area is s 1 = x ( x - 3 ) cm 2 . after we increase the lengths of the sides they will become ( x + 1 ) and ( x − 3 + 1 ) = ( x − 2 ) cm long . hence the area of the new rectangle will be a 2 = ( x + 1 ) ⋅ ( x − 2 ) cm ...
math_qa
mathqa_03_04851
alok ordered 16 chapatis , 5 plates of rice , 7 plates of mixed vegetable and 5 ice - cream cups . the cost of each chapati is rs . 6 , that of each plate of rice is rs . 45 and that of mixed vegetable is rs . 70 . the amount that alok paid the cashier was rs . 961 . find the cost of each ice - cream cup ?
[ "25", "30", "29", "12" ]
B
"explanation : let the cost of each ice - cream cup be rs . x 16 ( 6 ) + 5 ( 45 ) + 7 ( 70 ) + 6 ( x ) = 961 96 + 225 + 490 + 5 x = 961 5 x = 150 = > x = 30 . answer : b"
openbookqa
obqa_02_04245
A thing which has a texture may have that texture observed by an eyeless creature through
[ "contact", "sight", "smell", "sound" ]
A
touch can be used for detecting texture
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_03849
The risk of recurrence of congenital hea disease
[ "0.80%", "1%", "2-6%", "10-12%" ]
C
Only 2-8 % of congenital hea diseases recur Ref : page no 412 ghai pediatrics eighth edition
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_01042
Mechanism of action of Nitric oxide is through
[ "cGMP", "cAMP", "Ca++", "Tyrosine" ]
A
Nitric oxide is formed from Arginine, released from endothelial cells and acts through cGMP to cause vasodilation.
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_01061
The Investigation of choice in a 55-year-old postmenopausal women who has presented with postmenopausal bleeding is:
[ "Pap smear", "Fractional curettage", "Transvaginal ultrasound", "CA-125 estimation" ]
B
Common causes of postmenopausal bleeding Genital malignancy (Me) Decubitus ulcer DUB. Urethral caruncle. Senile endometritis DIAGNOSIS Speculum Examination If a growth is found, punch biopsy is to be taken. If no growth is visible and the cervix looks apparently healthy- Cervical smear Aspiration cytology Fractional cu...
openbookqa
obqa_02_01746
A carbonated beverage contains dissolved what?
[ "steel", "plastids", "plastic", "carbonic anhydride" ]
D
a carbonated beverage contains dissolved carbon dioxide
sciq
sciq_01_08430
Why is the root cap continuously replaced in plants?
[ "due to pressure", "damage through pushing", "due to rubbing", "due to growth" ]
B
Root Growth and Anatomy Root growth begins with seed germination. When the plant embryo emerges from the seed, the radicle of the embryo forms the root system. The tip of the root is protected by the root cap, a structure exclusive to roots and unlike any other plant structure. The root cap is continuously replaced bec...
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_04615
Best source of vitamin D -
[ "Fish liver", "Egg yolk", "Milk", "Papaya" ]
A
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Fish liver* Though vitamin D is synthesised when UV B photons strike 7 dehydrocholesterol of malphigian layer of skin epidermis, vitamin D is still considered as an essential micronutrient because Vitamin D produced from sunlight is not sufficient. Hence we are dependent on vitamin D supplementation i...
sciq
sciq_01_10124
What is a common chemical substance on planet earth?
[ "hydrogen", "water", "nitrogen", "oxygen" ]
B
Water is a common chemical substance on planet Earth. In fact, Earth is sometimes called the "water planet" because almost 75% of its surface is covered with water. If you look at Figure below , you will see where Earth’s water is found. The term water generally refers to its liquid state, and water is a liquid over a ...
sciq
sciq_01_09537
What is the primary energy source for cells?
[ "protein", "glycogen", "glucose", "sucrose" ]
C
Figure 8.5 The basic equation for photosynthesis is deceptively simple. In reality, the process takes place in many steps involving intermediate reactants and products. Glucose, the primary energy source in cells, is made from two three-carbon GA3Ps.
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_00503
Faded tattoo mark can be visualized by?
[ "Ultraviolet rays", "Spectrophotometer", "Ordinary light", "X-ray" ]
A
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Ultraviolet rays Latent tattoo marks (faded marks) can be visualized by:-o Use of ultraviolet light o Infrared photograpyo Rubbing the part and examining under magnifying glasso If tattoo marks are obscured by decomposition they can be visualized by treating with 3% H2O2.o Tattoo marks can be develope...
sciq
sciq_01_08458
What kind of family is haumea part of?
[ "orbital family", "a moclobemide family", "eoan family", "a collisional family" ]
D
Haumea is part of a collisional family. This is a group of astronomical objects that formed from an impact. This family has Haumea, its two moons, and five more objects. All of these objects are thought to have formed from a collision very early in the formation of the solar system.
ARC-Challenge
arc_04_03007
When a volcano erupts, lava flows out from the top. What type of rock is formed as the lava cools?
[ "magma", "igneous", "sedimentary", "metamorphic" ]
B
null
sciq
sciq_01_04113
What is defined as force per unit area?
[ "pressure", "resistance", "momentum", "energy" ]
A
Pressure is defined as force per unit area, .