NC Intox EC/IR II Study Guide Questions With Correct Answers.

NC Intox EC/IR II Study Guide Questions With Correct Answers. What are the 3 basic units of metric measure? Meter, Liter, and Grams What is the temperature of the human body? 98.6 Degrees What is the temperature of breath leaving the body? 40 Degrees Centigrade In regards to operating temperatures what does the Intox EC/IR II do? The Intox EC/IR II constantly monitors operating temperatures throughout testing What is Ethyl Alcohol? Also known as ethanol in its purest state is a clear, colorless liquid, which possesses a pungent odor and produces a burning taste sensation. What are Congeners? Compounds or impurities that constitute a very small proportion of the total volume of a alcoholic beverage. What is the proofing system? Twice the percentage of alcohol by volume. 86 proof would be 43% alcohol by volume. How does the body handle ethanol? Absorption, Distribution, Elimination Absorption