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1 At atomic number 29, what is the chemical symbol for copper?
A Cu. The Latin word cuprum gives copper its symbol Cu on the periodic table of elements.
2 Which planet in our solar system has the longest day (relative to Earth’s)?
A Venus. One day on Venus is equivalent to 243 Earth days.
3 Which African mammal has species Nubian, Angolan and Masai?
A Giraffe. Taxonomists currently classify these animals as subspecies of the giraffe. However, ongoing genetic research suggests that these groups may actually constitute four distinct species. Furthermore, the Nubian, Angolan, and Masai giraffes inhabit unique regions across Africa, where they each display a signature coat pattern.
4 What is the largest species of flatfish in UK waters?
A Atlantic halibut (Hippoglossus hippoglossus). It is a right-eyed flatfish, meaning its eyes are on the right side of its body when viewed from above. Atlantic halibut are known for their large size, potentially reaching lengths of up to 2.5 metres and weighing over 300 kg
5 How many claws does a domestic cat typically have?
A 18. They have five claws on each front paw and four claws on each back paw. The extra claw on the front paw, higher up, is called a dewclaw.
6 What is the main component of Natural Gas?
A Methane (CH4). While natural gas also contains other hydrocarbons like ethane, propane, butane, and pentane, as well as small amounts of non-hydrocarbon gases like carbon dioxide and nitrogen, methane makes up the vast majority of its composition, typically between 87% and 97%.
7 Linseed oil is obtained from the dried and ripened seeds of which plant?
A Flax. Scientifically known as Linum usitatissimum.
8 Who or what were Amy, Sally and Mo that made a space flight on 13th October 1960?
A Black mice. an Atlas missile nose cone carried the animals 650 miles into space. During the flight, the passengers experienced both weightlessness and radiation exposure. Subsequently, they re-entered the Earth’s atmosphere for a successful return. Furthermore, scientists conducted this mission as part of a larger series of experiments to test how space travel affects living organisms.
9 What is the softest mineral substance at number 1 on the Mohs scale of hardness?
A Talc. The hardest is a Diamond, rated No 10.
10 What is the colloquial name for an intact female ferret?
A Jill. A male ferret is called a hob.