Environmental Science - Study Mode

[#106] Which is the world's most deadliest snake?
Correct Answer

(A) Black mamba

Explanation

Solution: Black mamba is the world's most deadliest snake.

[#107] _________ is the most commonly used unit of radiation
Correct Answer

(D) Curie

Explanation

Solution: The units of measure for radioactivity are the curie (Ci) and becquerel (Bq). Exposure describes the amount of radiation traveling through the air. Many radiation monitors measure exposure. The units for exposure are the roentgen (R) and coulomb/kilogram (C/kg).

[#108] Which of the following rock types would most likely be the best oil reservoir?
Correct Answer

(C) Sandstone

Explanation

Solution: Sandstone would most likely be the best oil reservoir.

[#109] More solar radiation is received at the:
Correct Answer

(B) Top of the atmosphere

Explanation

Solution: More solar radiation is received at the top of the atmosphere.

[#110] In the northern hemisphere, a solar panel should be placed on the side of the roof facing:
Correct Answer

(D) South

Explanation

Solution: The northern hemisphere, the general rule for solar panel placement is, solar panels should face true south (and in the southern, true north). Usually this is the best direction because solar panels will receive direct light throughout the day.