Test Bank for Biology 11th Edition Made Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following elements would be more reactive with other elements? A. boron, #5 B. neon, #10 C. argon, #18 D. helium, #2 Bloom's Level: 3. Apply Learning Outcome: 02.01.04 Determine how electrons are configured around a nucleus. Section: 02.01 Topic: Chemistry 2. Which of the following would be a proposed mechanism by which stomach antacids work? A. Antacids dilute the solution, therefore lowering the pH. B. Antacids are bases and by definition can absorb H+ out of a solution. C. Antacids are bases and by definition can absorb OH- out of a solution. D. Antacids contain mostly water and so they neutralize the solution. Bloom's Level: 2. Understand Learning Outcome: 02.04.03 Analyze how buffers prevent large pH changes in solutions. Section: 02.04 Topic: Chemistry 2-1 Full file at 3. If you place the corner of a paper towel into a droplet of water the water moves across the paper towel. Which of the following would explain the movement of the water? A. surface tension B. cohesion C. adhesion D. both cohesion and adhesion