Science Entrance Exam

What is the basic structural and functional unit of all living organisms?

• tissue

• organ

• molecule

• cell

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In which type of chemical reaction do two or more substances combine to form a new compound?

• Combustion reaction

• Decomposition reaction

• Synthesis reaction

• Single replacement reaction

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What is the study of the relationships between living organisms and their environment called?

• Biology

• Geology

• Astronomy

• Ecology

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Which branch of biology focuses on the study of genes, genetic variation, and heredity in living organisms?

• Physics

• Chemistry

• Biology

• Genetics

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According to Newton's first law of motion, an object at rest will remain at rest unless acted upon by what?

• internal force

• external force

• friction

• gravity

What theory explains the movement of the Earth's lithosphere on the semi-fluid asthenosphere?

• Plate Tectonics Theory

• Volcanic Eruption Theory

• Earthquake Theory

• Continental Drift Theory

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What are the basic building blocks of matter that combine to form elements?

• Quarks

• Atoms

• Cells

• Molecules

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Which planet is known as the 'Red Planet' in our Solar System?

• Venus

• Jupiter

• Saturn

• Mars

What type of waves are responsible for our sense of sight?

• Microwave waves

• Sound waves

• Light waves

• Radio waves

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What is the SI unit of force?

• Newton

• Joule

• Watt

• Pascal