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A $2.0 \text{ kg}$ object accelerates at $3.0 \text{ m/s}^2$ to the east. What is the net force acting on the object?

Select one option

A) $1.5 \text{ N}$ West

B) $1.5 \text{ N}$ East

C) $6.0 \text{ N}$ West

D) $6.0 \text{ N}$ East

A $5.0 \text{ kg}$ block is pulled across a horizontal surface by a constant force of $10 \text{ N}$ over a distance of $4.0 \text{ m}$ . If the kinetic friction force is $2.0 \text{ N}$ , what is the net work done on the block?

Select one option

A) $8.0 \text{ J}$

B) $32 \text{ J}$

C) $40 \text{ J}$

D) $48 \text{ J}$

A $0.15 \text{ kg}$ billiard ball moving at $2.0 \text{ m/s}$ strikes a stationary $0.15 \text{ kg}$ billiard ball head-on. If the first ball comes to a complete stop, what is the speed of the second ball immediately after the collision?

Select one option

A) $0.0 \text{ m/s}$

B) $1.0 \text{ m/s}$

C) $2.0 \text{ m/s}$

D) $4.0 \text{ m/s}$

Which of the following changes would increase the period of a simple pendulum?

Select one option

A) Decreasing the length of the pendulum string

B) Increasing the mass of the pendulum bob

C) Increasing the amplitude of the swing

D) Increasing the length of the pendulum string

Three resistors with resistances $R_1 = 2 \Omega$ , $R_2 = 3 \Omega$ , and $R_3 = 5 \Omega$ are connected in series to a $10 \text{ V}$ battery. What is the total current flowing through the circuit?

Select one option

A) $1.0 \text{ A}$

B) $2.0 \text{ A}$

C) $5.0 \text{ A}$

D) $10.0 \text{ A}$

A wave has a frequency of $5.0 \text{ Hz}$ and a wavelength of $0.80 \text{ m}$ . What is the speed of the wave?

Select one option

A) $0.16 \text{ m/s}$

B) $4.0 \text{ m/s}$

C) $5.8 \text{ m/s}$

D) $6.25 \text{ m/s}$

Given the balanced equation: $2\text{H}_2(\text{g}) + \text{O}_2(\text{g}) \rightarrow 2\text{H}_2\text{O}(\text{l})$ . If $4.0$ moles of $\text{H}_2$ react completely, how many moles of $\text{H}_2\text{O}$ will be produced?

Select one option

A) $1.0$ mole

B) $2.0$ moles

C) $4.0$ moles

D) $8.0$ moles

Which of the following processes is exothermic?

Select one option

A) Melting of ice

B) Evaporation of water

C) Combustion of methane

D) Photosynthesis

All of the following factors generally increase the rate of a chemical reaction EXCEPT:

Select one option

A) Increasing the temperature

B) Increasing the concentration of reactants

C) Decreasing the surface area of solid reactants

D) Adding a catalyst

10.

Consider the equilibrium: $\text{N}_2(\text{g}) + 3\text{H}_2(\text{g}) \rightleftharpoons 2\text{NH}_3(\text{g}) + \text{heat}$ . If the pressure of the system is increased by decreasing the volume, in which direction will the equilibrium shift?

Select one option

A) To the left (towards reactants)

B) To the right (towards products)

C) No change will occur

D) The reaction will stop

11.

What is the pH of a $0.001 \text{ M}$ solution of $\text{HCl}$ ?

Select one option

A) $1$

B) $2$

C) $3$

D) $11$

12.

Which type of intermolecular force is present in all polar molecules and involves temporary dipoles?

Select one option

A) Ionic bonds

B) Hydrogen bonds

C) Dipole-dipole forces

D) London Dispersion Forces

13.

Which of the following processes converts the genetic information stored in mRNA into a sequence of amino acids to form a protein?

Select one option

A) Replication

B) Transcription

C) Translation

D) Mutation

14.

Which organelle is primarily responsible for generating the majority of ATP in eukaryotic cells through cellular respiration?

Select one option

A) Nucleus

B) Ribosome

C) Mitochondrion

D) Endoplasmic Reticulum

15.

In a monohybrid cross between two heterozygous parents ( $\text{Aa} \times \text{Aa}$ ), what is the expected phenotypic ratio of dominant to recessive offspring?

Select one option

A) $1:1$

B) $2:1$

C) $3:1$

D) $1:2:1$

16.

Which of the following is NOT a necessary condition for natural selection to occur?

Select one option

A) Variation among individuals in a population

B) Heritability of traits

C) Differential survival and reproduction

D) Direct human intervention in breeding

17.

The oxygen gas released during photosynthesis primarily comes from the splitting of which molecule?

Select one option

A) Carbon dioxide ( $\text{CO}_2$ )

B) Glucose ( $\text{C}_6\text{H}_{12}\text{O}_6$ )

C) Water ( $\text{H}_2\text{O}$ )

D) ATP

18.

In a typical terrestrial food web, which organisms occupy the producer trophic level?

Select one option

A) Herbivores

B) Carnivores

C) Decomposers

D) Autotrophs

19.

Which of the following biogeochemical cycles does NOT involve a significant atmospheric component?

Select one option

A) Carbon cycle

B) Nitrogen cycle

C) Phosphorus cycle

D) Water cycle

20.

The demographic transition model typically describes changes in population growth rates as a country industrializes. In which stage is both birth rate and death rate low, leading to a stable or slowly growing population?

Select one option

A) Stage 1: Pre-industrial

B) Stage 2: Transitional

C) Stage 3: Industrial

D) Stage 4: Post-industrial

21.

Acid deposition (acid rain) is primarily caused by the emission of which two atmospheric pollutants?

Select one option

A) Carbon dioxide and methane

B) Sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides

C) Ozone and CFCs

D) Particulate matter and volatile organic compounds

22.

Which of the following greenhouse gases has the highest global warming potential (GWP) per molecule over a 100-year period, although it is present in much lower concentrations than carbon dioxide?

Select one option

A) Carbon dioxide ( $\text{CO}_2$ )

B) Methane ( $\text{CH}_4$ )

C) Nitrous oxide ( $\text{N}_2\text{O}$ )

D) Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs)

23.

The extinction of a keystone species in an ecosystem would most likely lead to:

Select one option

A) An increase in overall biodiversity

B) A decrease in the population of its prey

C) Significant disruption and potential collapse of the ecosystem

D) No significant long-term impact on the ecosystem

24.

Which of the following renewable energy sources relies on the uneven heating of the Earth's surface and the rotation of the Earth to generate electricity?

Select one option

A) Geothermal power

B) Hydroelectric power

C) Wind power

D) Solar photovoltaic

25.

Sustainable development is often defined as meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. Which of the following best represents a principle of sustainable agriculture?

Select one option

A) Maximizing monoculture farming for efficiency

B) Heavy reliance on synthetic pesticides and fertilizers

C) Promoting biodiversity and soil health through practices like crop rotation

D) Clearing natural habitats for increased arable land

26.

A scientist investigates the effect of temperature on the activity of an enzyme, Amylase. The experiment is conducted at various temperatures, and the rate of starch breakdown (in $\text{mg/min}$ ) is measured. The following data is collected:\n\nTemperature ( $^\circ\text{C}$ ): $10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 70$ \nRate of Starch Breakdown ( $\text{mg/min}$ ): $2.5, 5.0, 8.0, 10.0, 7.5, 3.0, 0.5$ \n\n(a) Plot a graph of enzyme activity (Rate of Starch Breakdown) versus temperature. Label axes clearly and include appropriate units.\n(b) Based on your graph, identify the optimal temperature for Amylase activity and explain why enzyme activity decreases at temperatures above the optimum.\n(c) Propose a hypothesis about how changing the pH might affect Amylase activity and briefly explain your reasoning.

27.

A local pond is experiencing rapid algae growth, suspected to be due to excess nutrient runoff from nearby agricultural fields. Design an experiment to test the hypothesis that increased phosphate concentrations lead to increased algae growth in freshwater environments.\n\nYour experimental design should include:\n(a) A clear statement of the independent and dependent variables.\n(b) Identification of at least three important control variables.\n(c) A detailed procedure, including the setup of experimental and control groups, and how measurements will be taken.\n(d) A brief explanation of how you would analyze the data to determine if your hypothesis is supported.

28.

Discuss the interconnectedness of human energy consumption, the carbon cycle, and its impacts on both atmospheric chemistry and marine ecosystems. In your answer, include:\n(a) How the combustion of fossil fuels affects the Earth's energy balance and atmospheric composition.\n(b) The role of oceans in the global carbon cycle and how increased atmospheric $\text{CO}_2$ impacts marine life, specifically addressing the concept of ocean acidification.\n(c) Propose a solution that integrates principles from physics (energy efficiency/alternatives) and environmental science (sustainability) to mitigate the described impacts.

29.

Microplastic pollution is a pervasive environmental issue affecting ecosystems globally. Explain the potential pathways by which microplastics enter aquatic and terrestrial environments and discuss at least two significant ecological impacts of microplastic accumulation on living organisms.\n\nFinally, propose a multi-faceted approach, incorporating aspects of scientific understanding and societal action, to mitigate the problem of microplastic pollution.