BMAT Trivia 2

Question 1

Which organ produces the enzyme amylase to begin carbohydrate digestion?

Accepted Answer

Salivary glands

Answer

Salivary glands secrete salivary amylase, initiating starch digestion in the mouth.

Question 2

What is the approximate pH of healthy human blood?

Accepted Answer

7.4

Answer

Normal arterial blood pH is maintained between 7.35 and 7.45, averaging around 7.4.

Question 3

Which of the following gases makes up the largest proportion of Earth's atmosphere?

Accepted Answer

Nitrogen

Answer

Nitrogen constitutes approximately 78% of Earth's atmosphere by volume.

Question 4

A train travels 240 km in 3 hours. What is its average speed in m/s?

Accepted Answer

22.2 m/s

Answer

240 km / 3 h = 80 km/h; converting: 80,000 m / 3,600 s ≈ 22.2 m/s.

Question 5

Which part of the brain is primarily responsible for coordinating movement and balance?

Accepted Answer

Cerebellum

Answer

The cerebellum coordinates voluntary movements, balance, and fine motor control.

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