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What scientific tool is used to measure atmospheric pressure?
The scientific tool used to measure atmospheric pressure is a barometer. It functions by utilizing either mercury or an aneroid...
Added: 21 Jan 2000
Updated: 21 Nov 2025
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What do you call a group of organisms of the same species living in a particular area?
A group of organisms of the same species living in a particular area is referred to as a population. Populations...
Added: 21 Jan 2000
Updated: 09 Nov 2025
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What is the name for the cycling of nutrients in an ecosystem?
The cycling of nutrients in an ecosystem is termed nutrient cycling. This process involves the transfer and transformation of nutrients...
Added: 21 Jan 2000
Updated: 03 Nov 2025
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What type of organism has the ability to live in extreme environments?
An organism with the ability to live in extreme environments is called an extremophile. These organisms can thrive in conditions...
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Updated: 28 Nov 2025
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Which part of the plant is primarily responsible for nutrient and water absorption?
The part of the plant primarily responsible for nutrient and water absorption is the root. Roots anchor the plant and...
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Updated: 04 Nov 2025
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What is the scientific study of animals known as?
The scientific study of animals is known as zoology. It encompasses the behavior, physiology, and classification of animals, and is...
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Updated: 24 Nov 2025
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What is an isotope?
An isotope is a variant of a chemical element that has the same number of protons but a different number...
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Updated: 20 Nov 2025
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In physics, what do we call the rate of change of velocity?
In physics, the rate of change of velocity is called acceleration. Acceleration measures how quickly an object's speed or direction...
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Updated: 24 Nov 2025
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What is the term for a chemical reaction that absorbs heat?
A chemical reaction that absorbs heat is referred to as an endothermic reaction. In this type of reaction, energy is...
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Updated: 09 Nov 2025
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What component of blood helps to clot blood?
The component of blood that helps to clot blood is called platelets (or thrombocytes). These small cell fragments play a...
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Updated: 22 Nov 2025
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In chemistry, what is combustion?
In chemistry, combustion is a chemical reaction that typically involves the reaction of a substance (usually a hydrocarbon) with oxygen,...
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Updated: 21 Nov 2025
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What is the scientific study of how living organisms interact with each other and their environment?
The scientific study of how living organisms interact with each other and their environment is known as ecology. Ecologists investigate...
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Updated: 14 Nov 2025
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What is the term for a species that is at risk of extinction?
A species that is at risk of extinction is termed endangered. Conservation efforts are often implemented to protect endangered species...
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Updated: 20 Nov 2025
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Which structure in the plant cell is responsible for photosynthesis?
The structure in the plant cell responsible for photosynthesis is the chloroplast. This organelle contains chlorophyll, which captures light energy...
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Updated: 17 Nov 2025
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What is the primary role of enzymes in biological reactions?
The primary role of enzymes in biological reactions is to act as catalysts that speed up these reactions. They lower...
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Updated: 20 Nov 2025
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In physics, what is potential energy?
In physics, potential energy is the energy stored in an object due to its position or configuration. For example, an...
Added: 21 Jan 2000
Updated: 01 Nov 2025
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What is the name of the condition where the body cannot regulate its temperature?
The condition where the body cannot regulate its temperature is known as hyperthermia or hypothermia, depending on whether body temperature...
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Updated: 29 Nov 2025
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What is the term for organisms that live on or in another organism, which they depend on for nourishment?
Organisms that live on or in another organism and depend on it for nourishment are called parasites. Parasites can take...
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Updated: 04 Nov 2025
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What is the primary purpose of the scientific method in research?
The primary purpose of the scientific method in research is to provide a systematic approach to inquiry. This method involves...
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What do you call the highest point of a wave?
The highest point of a wave is referred to as the crest. In a wave cycle, the crest represents the...
Added: 21 Jan 2000
Updated: 18 Nov 2025
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