Let's Talk Science Challenge 2024 Practice Quiz

Which layer of the sun gives off electromagnetic radiation?

• Convective Zone

• Photosphere

• Corona

• Chromosphere

What is the regulation height of a basketball net?

• 4.57 m (15 ft)

• 12.13 m (40 ft)

• 3.96 m (13 ft)

• 3.05 m (10 ft)

Which of the following uses artificial intelligence?

• Google Maps

• Facial recognition

• Social media

• All of these

What type of cloud is depicted in this image?

• Cirrocumulus

• Stratus

• Cumulus

• Cirrus

What is the name for scientists who specialize in the separation, identification, and measurement of matter?

• Organic Chemist

• Analytical Chemist

• Separations Chemist

• Chemical Engineer

True or False: Wind turbines can run when the wind blows at any speed.

• False

• True

True or False: The common cold is caused by a virus.

• False

• True

True or False: Out of the different types of wetlands, marshes produce the most organic matter.

• True

• False

True or False: Small modular reactors (SMRs) are a good candidate for powering rural and remote communities.

• False

• True

True or False: An example of mitigation is purchasing a hybrid vehicle.

• False

• True