ASET General Knowledge 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What is the powerhouse of the cell?
- Mitochondria (Correct answer)
- Nucleus
- Ribosome
- Vacuole
Correct answer: Mitochondria
Mitochondria produce ATP (energy) for the cell through cellular respiration, earning the nickname 'powerhouse of the cell.'
Question 2: What year did World War II end?
- 1945 (Correct answer)
- 1939
- 1918
- 1950
Correct answer: 1945
World War II ended in 1945 with Germany's surrender in May and Japan's surrender in September.
Question 3: Which gas do plants primarily use during photosynthesis?
- Carbon dioxide (Correct answer)
- Oxygen
- Nitrogen
- Hydrogen
Correct answer: Carbon dioxide
Plants absorb carbon dioxide from the air and convert it into glucose using sunlight during photosynthesis.
Question 4: What is the longest river in the world?
- Nile (Correct answer)
- Amazon
- Mississippi
- Yangtze
Correct answer: Nile
The Nile River in Africa, stretching approximately 6,650 kilometers, is generally recognized as the world's longest river.
Question 5: How many sides does a hexagon have?
- Six (Correct answer)
- Five
- Seven
- Eight
Correct answer: Six
A hexagon has six sides; the prefix 'hex-' comes from Greek meaning six.
Question 6: Which organ in the human body is responsible for pumping blood?
- Heart (Correct answer)
- Lungs
- Liver
- Kidney
Correct answer: Heart
The heart is a muscular organ that pumps blood throughout the body via the circulatory system.
ASET General Knowledge 2
What is the powerhouse of the cell?