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Which subatomic particle is found in the shells surrounding an atom's nucleus?
The subatomic particle found in the shells surrounding an atom's nucleus is the electron. Electrons have a negative charge and...
Added: 20 Apr 2000
Updated: 01 Nov 2025
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What kind of bond occurs when electrons are shared?
A covalent bond occurs when electrons are shared between atoms. This type of bond is fundamental in forming molecules and...
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Updated: 24 Nov 2025
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What is the primary source of energy for the Earth's atmosphere?
The primary source of energy for the Earth's atmosphere is the Sun. Solar energy drives various climatic and weather processes,...
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Updated: 18 Nov 2025
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What is the primary structural protein found in human skin?
The primary structural protein found in human skin is collagen. It provides strength and elasticity, maintaining the skin's structure and...
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Updated: 16 Nov 2025
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What is the function of a neuron's axon?
The function of a neuron's axon is to transmit electrical impulses away from the cell body toward other neurons, muscles,...
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Updated: 18 Nov 2025
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What is the function of the lymphatic system in the human body?
The function of the lymphatic system in the human body is to maintain fluid balance and support the immune system....
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Updated: 02 Nov 2025
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What is the primary driver of tectonic plate movement?
The primary driver of tectonic plate movement is the heat generated from the Earth's interior, which causes convection currents in...
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Updated: 15 Nov 2025
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What type of bone is characterized by its long and cylindrical shape?
A type of bone characterized by its long and cylindrical shape is known as a long bone. Long bones, such...
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Updated: 21 Nov 2025
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What term describes the amount of energy required to raise the temperature of 1 gram of water by 1 degree Celsius?
The term that describes the amount of energy required to raise the temperature of 1 gram of water by 1...
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What is the term for the study of chemical reactions that involve organic compounds?
The term for the study of chemical reactions that involve organic compounds is known as organic chemistry. This branch of...
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Updated: 02 Nov 2025
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What organism is a primary producer in a food chain?
The organism that acts as a primary producer in a food chain is typically a plant or photosynthetic organism, such...
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What is the process by which bacteria reproduce?
The process by which bacteria reproduce is called binary fission. In this asexual reproduction method, a single bacterial cell divides...
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Updated: 01 Nov 2025
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What is the definition of a catalyst in a chemical reaction?
A catalyst in a chemical reaction is defined as a substance that increases the rate of the reaction without being...
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Updated: 28 Nov 2025
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What is the term for an organism's role in its habitat?
The term for an organism's role in its habitat is called its niche. A niche encompasses the organism's interactions with...
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Updated: 06 Nov 2025
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What is the term for the number of electrons in the outer shell of an atom?
The term for the number of electrons in the outer shell of an atom is called the valence electrons. These...
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Updated: 06 Nov 2025
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What is the primary product of the Calvin cycle in photosynthesis?
The primary product of the Calvin cycle in photosynthesis is glucose. This cycle occurs in the stroma of chloroplasts and...
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Updated: 06 Nov 2025
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What is the zone called where living organisms interact with physical environments on Earth?
The zone where living organisms interact with physical environments on Earth is called the biosphere. This includes all ecosystems on...
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Updated: 18 Nov 2025
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How many chromosomes are present in a typical human somatic cell?
A typical human somatic cell contains 46 chromosomes, organized into 23 pairs. These chromosomes carry the genetic information necessary for...
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Updated: 13 Nov 2025
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What is the scientific term for fluid mechanics?
The scientific term for fluid mechanics is fluid dynamics. This branch of physics studies the behavior of fluids (liquids and...
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Updated: 19 Nov 2025
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What is the primary organ in the human body responsible for detoxification?
The primary organ in the human body responsible for detoxification is the liver. The liver plays a vital role in...
Added: 20 Apr 2000
Updated: 17 Nov 2025
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