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Which of the following is an example of a chemical change?

A. Releasing compressed gas to make a bottle-rocket launch

B. Adding water to clay to make slip

C. Crystalizing honey to make candy

D. Including baking soda in a recipe to make it less sour

Answer Explanation:

A chemical change involves a chemical reaction and new substances are produced. When baking soda is added to something sour (acidic) it neutralizes the acid and forms new molecules, in this case carbon dioxide and water. A physical change does not produce new substances. Phase changes such as evaporation and sublimation are physical changes. Changing the ratio of ingredients in a mixture, like adding more water to clay, does not change it chemically, but it can change some of the mixture's physical properties.

Therefore, the Correct Answer is D.

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    A. Lateral

    B. Distal

    C. Superior

    D. Ventral

    Answer Explanation

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    Since the gastrocnemius vein is found below the femoral vein it is distal or inferior to the femoral vessel.

  • Q #2: Which of the following orbitals is the last to fill?

    A. 1s

    B. 3s

    C. 4p

    D. 6s

    Answer Explanation

    Of these orbitals, the last to fill is 6s.

    Orbitals fill in the following order: 1s, 25, 2p. 35, 3p, 4s, 3d, 4p, 55, 4d, 5p. 6s, 4f, 5d, 6p. 7s, 5f, 6d, and 7p. The number is the orbital number, and the letter is the sublevel identification. Sublevels has one orbital and can hold a maximum of two electrons. Sublevel p has three orbitals and can hold a maximum of six electrons. Sublevel d has five orbitals and can hold a maximum of 10 electrons, Sublevel f has seven orbitals and can hold a maximum of 14 electrons.

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    A. Plants need more than 200 mL of liquid per week.

    B. Salt has no impact on plant health.

    C. Salt contains useful nutrients for plants.

    D. A combination of the solutions tested will produce healthier plants.

    Answer Explanation

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