Looking for a challenge? Don't be surprised if it comes in the form of an elementary school student testing his or her knowledge of the sciences against yours. C'mon, we know it's been awhile since someone asked you about mammals, reptiles and amphibians. Or when was the last time you checked your knowledge on fusion versus fission? That's why this quiz is perfect for you. You can test your scientific smarts before confronting mini-geniuses with a smirk on their face.Â
In this quiz you'll be asked questions about atoms, molecules, elements and compounds, as well as how plants make food from the sun. Not sweating yet? How will you do on questions about gravity and the fourth state of matter? Now it's looking like a real challenge. Either way, if you're a science fan, you'll be pleasantly surprised at what elementary school students are required to know in the US school system. And remember, with all the new scientific breakthroughs we've had over the years, it means students have to know even more than you did back then. So put on your thinking cap and take the quiz now. We'll save the dunce cap and a seat in the corner for those who don't get a high score.
All matter is made of tiny particles called what?
Neutrons
Ions
Electrons
Atoms
Atoms are the little particles that make up matter. They are the stuff of life.
What has a gravitational pull so strong that it pulls in light?
A black hole
Black holes pull in light, thus their black color. Their gravitation pull is so strong that they literally suck everything up. We all know someone like this. . .
On July 20, 1969, Neil Armstrong took his first steps on the moon, followed shortly thereafter by "Buzz" Aldrin. It was a glorious day for science! In later years, however, things got tough for NASA.
Solid, liquid and gas are three states of matter, and plasma is the fourth! Plasma is different from ordinary neutral gasses, and that's why it has its own category.
