ATI TEAS 7
ATI TEAS 7 Version 1 Science Questions
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Question 1 of 5
What is the function of sodium bicarbonate released by the pancreas?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A because sodium bicarbonate released by the pancreas functions by neutralizing the acidity of chyme in the small intestine. This action helps to create a more alkaline environment, which is crucial for the activity of pancreatic enzymes and the absorption of nutrients. Option B is incorrect as sodium bicarbonate itself does not stimulate a protease to digest carbonates. Option C is incorrect as sodium bicarbonate does not inhibit peristalsis; instead, it aids in digestion. Option D is incorrect as sodium bicarbonate does not directly stimulate the protease but rather helps in maintaining the optimal pH for enzyme activity.
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Question 2 of 5
What is the atomic number of an atom that has 12 protons and 12 neutrons?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The atomic number of an element is determined by the number of protons in its nucleus. In this case, the atom has 12 protons, which directly corresponds to its atomic number. Neutrons have no impact on the atomic number; they contribute to the atomic mass. The atomic number uniquely identifies an element based on the number of protons in its nucleus. Therefore, the correct answer is 12, as it represents the number of protons in the nucleus and defines the element, regardless of the presence of neutrons.
Question 3 of 5
What summarizes a change that occurs as solids transition into liquids?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A. When solids transition into liquids, particles become less ordered. In a solid state, particles are arranged in a fixed, orderly pattern due to strong intermolecular forces. As the solid transitions into a liquid, these forces weaken, allowing the particles more freedom of movement. Consequently, the particles become less ordered in a liquid compared to a solid, where they have more mobility and are not bound in a fixed structure.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following blood vessels is affected by a myocardial infarction?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A myocardial infarction affects the coronary arteries, not the vena cava, pulmonary, or aorta. The coronary arteries supply blood to the heart muscle, and blockages in these arteries can result in a heart attack. The vena cava is a large vein that carries deoxygenated blood back to the heart, the pulmonary arteries carry deoxygenated blood from the heart to the lungs for oxygenation, and the aorta is the main artery that carries oxygenated blood from the heart to the rest of the body. These vessels are not typically associated with myocardial infarctions as they perform different functions within the circulatory system.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following is used to determine a person's DNA sequence?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Genes are the correct choice for determining a person's DNA sequence. Genes carry genetic information that dictates various traits and characteristics in individuals. A person's unique DNA sequence is determined by the specific arrangement of nucleotides within their genes. Scientists can analyze genes to decode the DNA sequence that represents an individual's genetic composition.