Science And Math Quiz Bowl Template With Answers - Middle School Page 5
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13STEM Quiz Bowl Questions – Middle School
Competition 1
33. Which of the following best describes a smaller stream that merges with a larger stream?
W) delta
X) rip-rap
Y) streamer
Z) tributary
ANSWER: Z) TRIBUTARY
34. Which of the following is a structural adaptation of ducks that is most helpful in keeping
them dry?
W) an oil-producing gland
X) hollow fur
Y) darkly colored plumage
Z) ability to float
ANSWER: W) AN OIL-PRODUCING GLAND
35. Which of the following is the closest synonym for motile?
W) having a motor
X) using energy
Y) able to move
Z) living in water
ANSWER: Y) ABLE TO MOVE
36. Which of the following terms is used by microbiologists for a bacterium with a rod shape?
W) tubular
X) bacillus
Y) trichome
Z) cylindrical
ANSWER: X) BACILLUS
37. What nucleon balances the charge of electrons to give an atom a neutral state?
ANSWER: PROTON(S)
38. Nitrogen has 7 protons. What is the atomic mass of its common isotope, rounded to the
nearest whole number?
ANSWER: 14
39. What molecular substance is believed to be the most basic requirement or signature for
life to exist on a planet?
ANSWER: WATER (ACCEPT: H2O)
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