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Science Quiz For High School Students<\/b><\/h2>\n

Science is a subject that strives to answer all the \u2018What\u2019s,\u2019 \u2018Where\u2019s,\u2019 \u2018How\u2019s,\u2019 and \u2018Why\u2019s.\u2019 From explaining something as natural as how it rains to delving into the depths of the universe, science is an interesting and engaging field pursued by millions of students around the globe.<\/span><\/p>\n

Careers in science are recognized for offering the highest-paying jobs and most dynamic positions within the industry. For example, an average scientist\u2019s salary in the<\/span> United States<\/a> is around USD 174,208 annually. This number is only expected to grow for those with the right knowledge, qualifications, and experience to make a career in the field.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

To reach the phenomenal heights that this course can offer, you need to have a firm foundation in it. This begins with understanding the subject matter of most high-school science textbooks.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The best way to test your knowledge and understanding of science is by figuring out what your strengths and weaknesses are. To achieve this, you need to consistently practice the previous year\u2019s<\/span> solved question papers<\/a> and take quizzes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Let\u2019s have a look at 100+ <\/span>science quiz questions and answers and begin your journey to a successful career in the field!<\/span><\/p>\n

Also read: <\/b>Top 8 Reasons why Quiz games are beneficial<\/b><\/a>\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n

100 Science Quiz Questions With Answers Easy<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Testing your basics in science is key to recognizing the aspects that you need to work on. These questions are designed to help you do just that!<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. Who invented the first Telescope?<\/b>– Hans Lippershey<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. Which famous scientist had difficulty in speaking until the age of 4 years? <\/b>\u2013 Albert Einstein<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. Rusting of iron takes place when exposed to which gas<\/b> \u2013 Oxygen Gas<\/span><\/li>\n
  4. Which is the nearest star to the planet Earth? <\/b>\u2013 Sun<\/span><\/li>\n
  5. Which scientist discovered the four largest moons of Jupiter using a telescope<\/b> \u2013 Galileo Galilei<\/span><\/li>\n
  6. Graphite is made up of which element <\/b>\u2013\u00a0 Carbon<\/span><\/li>\n
  7. What is the chemical formula for Potassium permanganate?<\/b> \u2013 KMnO4<\/span><\/li>\n
  8. What is the central metal Ion present in the chlorophyll?<\/b> \u2013 Magnesium<\/span><\/li>\n
  9. What is a Dutch perspective glass? <\/b>\u2013Telescope<\/span><\/li>\n
  10. An Unlit matchstick has which kind of energy?<\/b> \u2013 Chemical Energy<\/span><\/li>\n
  11. When a bus stops suddenly, passengers tend to fall forward: Which law of Newton is present in this situation<\/b> \u2013 Newton\u2019s First Law<\/span><\/li>\n
  12. What is the percentage of Oxygen gas in the atmosphere<\/b> \u2013 21%<\/span><\/li>\n
  13. Pencil leads are made up of which compound? <\/b>\u2013 Graphite<\/span><\/li>\n
  14. Bananas have which radioactive element?<\/b> \u2013 Potassium<\/span><\/li>\n
  15. What are the three main different types of rocks?<\/b> \u2013 Igneous, Sedimentary and Metamorphic<\/span><\/li>\n
  16. What is the element which is used in nuclear bombs?<\/b>– Uranium<\/span><\/li>\n
  17. Who was the first person to use the telescope for astronomical observations? <\/b>\u2013 Galileo Galilei<\/span><\/li>\n
  18. Patterns in the night sky formed by the prominent stars are known as<\/b> \u2013 Constellations<\/span><\/li>\n
  19. What is the name of rover which was sent by NASA to the planet Mars?<\/b> \u2013 Curiosity<\/span><\/li>\n
  20. Which color in VIBGYOR has the highest frequency?<\/b> \u2013 Violet<\/span><\/li>\n
  21. What is the atomic number of gold?<\/b> \u201379<\/span><\/li>\n
  22. Which metal is used in aircrafts for its less weight?<\/b> \u2013 Aluminum<\/span><\/li>\n
  23. What is the formula for Newton\u2019s second law?<\/b> \u2013 F=ma<\/span><\/li>\n
  24. What is the atomic number of phosphorus? <\/b>\u201315<\/span><\/li>\n
  25. When light passes through a lens, it is called as <\/b>\u2013 Refraction<\/span><\/li>\n
  26. What is the formula for density?<\/b> \u2013 Mass by volume<\/span><\/li>\n
  27. When heat is released, we call the reaction as<\/b> \u2013 Exothermic reaction<\/span><\/li>\n
  28. How many bones does a newborn baby have? <\/b>\u2013 300<\/span><\/li>\n
  29. Which is the nearest galaxy to Milky Way? <\/b>\u2013\u00a0 Andromeda Galaxy<\/span><\/li>\n
  30. Which 4 planets in our solar system have rings?<\/b> \u2013 Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune<\/span><\/li>\n
  31. What is called the powerhouse of the cell?<\/b> \u2013\u00a0 Mitochondria<\/span><\/li>\n
  32. The instrument used to measure atmospheric pressure?<\/b> \u2013 Barometer<\/span><\/li>\n
  33. What is the chemical formula for a chalk piece?<\/b> \u2013 Calcium Carbonate ( CaCo3)<\/span><\/li>\n
  34. Who discovered the cell?<\/b> \u2013 Robert Hooke<\/span><\/li>\n
  35. Dead stars are called as?<\/b> \u2013 Black holes<\/span><\/li>\n
  36. Where is the deepest point on the Earth?<\/b> \u2013 Mariana Trench<\/span><\/li>\n
  37. What is the gas that is filled in electric bulbs?<\/b>– Nitrogen gas<\/span><\/li>\n
  38. What is the common name for baking soda?<\/b> \u2013 Sodium Bicarbonate<\/span><\/li>\n
  39. Biogas mainly contains which gas? <\/b>\u2013 Methane Gas<\/span><\/li>\n
  40. Blood gets its red color from which element <\/b>\u2013 Iron<\/span><\/li>\n
  41. Why does the sky appear blue in color?<\/b> \u2013 Scattering of light<\/span><\/li>\n
  42. Which is the most abundant gas in the universe <\/b>\u2013 Hydrogen gas<\/span><\/li>\n
  43. How is heat produced in the sun?<\/b> \u2013 Nuclear Fusion<\/span><\/li>\n
  44. How many days does the Moon take to revolve around the earth<\/b> \u2013 27.3days<\/span><\/li>\n
  45. If the temperature on the Celsius scale is 27 degrees, what is the temperature on the Kelvin scale?<\/b> \u2013 300K<\/span><\/li>\n
  46. What is dry ice solid?<\/b> \u2013 Carbon Dioxide<\/span><\/li>\n
  47. A boy throws a ball vertically upwards from the ground with some velocity, when the ball reaches the maximum height, what is its final velocity?<\/b> \u2013 Zero<\/span><\/li>\n
  48. What are Fluids? <\/b>\u2013 Liquids and gases<\/span><\/li>\n
  49. Diamond is made up of which element?<\/b> \u2013 Carbon<\/span><\/li>\n
  50. What are the examples of precipitation?<\/b> \u2013 Rain and snow<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Keep reading: <\/b>Science Questions | A Complete Board Exam Study Guide<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n

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    1. Which principle is used to cool the water in earthen pots?<\/b> \u2013\u00a0 Evaporation<\/span><\/li>\n
    2. Which chemical is used in nail polish remover?<\/b> \u2013 Acetone<\/span><\/li>\n
    3. Which is the lightest metal in the universe<\/b>– Lithium<\/span><\/li>\n
    4. If a car is moving at a speed of 50 km per hour throughout the journey, what is the acceleration of the car?<\/b> \u2013Zero<\/span><\/li>\n
    5. Water and oil can be separated by which process?<\/b> \u2013 Fractional distillation<\/span><\/li>\n
    6. Protons are made up of which three quarks?<\/b> \u2013 Two ups and one down quark<\/span><\/li>\n
    7. A plastic ball and an iron ball are dropped from the same height simultaneously, which ball touches the ground first?<\/b> \u2013 both reach at the same time<\/span><\/li>\n
    8. How does the Planet Earth get its energy?<\/b> \u2013 The Sun<\/span><\/li>\n
    9. What is the common name for washing soda? <\/b>\u2013 Sodium carbonate<\/span><\/li>\n
    10. Naturally occurring hardest material on the earth is?<\/b> \u2013 Diamond<\/span><\/li>\n
    11. Which is the lightest gas in the universe? <\/b>\u2013 Hydrogen gas<\/span><\/li>\n
    12. We can change our voice by inhaling which gas?<\/b> \u2013 Helium Gas<\/span><\/li>\n
    13. How many elements are present in the periodic table? <\/b>\u2013 118<\/span><\/li>\n
    14. X rays were discovered by?<\/b>– Roentgen<\/span><\/li>\n
    15. Tungsten used in filaments of bulbs has an atomic number of?<\/b> \u201374<\/span><\/li>\n
    16. Electrons were discovered by?<\/b> \u2013 JJ Thomson<\/span><\/li>\n
    17. When metals react with acids, which gas is produced?<\/b> \u2013 Hydrogen gas<\/span><\/li>\n
    18. We often drink carbonic acid in our daily life, what is the common name for carbonic acid<\/b>– Soda water<\/span><\/li>\n
    19. Green flame produced from fireworks is because of which element? <\/b>\u2013 Barium<\/span><\/li>\n
    20. Flow of electrons or movement of electrons is called as?<\/b> \u2013 Electricity<\/span><\/li>\n
    21. The only Indian physicist to win the Nobel Prize in physics for the scattering of light is<\/b> \u2013\u00a0 Sir CV Raman<\/span><\/li>\n
    22. Which planet is called as Red Planet?<\/b>– Mars<\/span><\/li>\n
    23. Give examples of DC appliances? <\/b>\u2013 torchlight, T.V remote<\/span><\/li>\n
    24. Which metal is liquid at room temperature?<\/b> \u2013 Mercury<\/span><\/li>\n
    25. How long does it take for light to reach the Earth from Sun<\/b> \u2013 8 minutes and 20 seconds<\/span><\/li>\n
    26. Matter is made up of small indivisible particles called as?<\/b> \u2013 Atoms<\/span><\/li>\n
    27. Apart from solid, liquid and gases, what is the fourth form of matter?<\/b> \u2013 Plasma<\/span><\/li>\n
    28. What is the fourth dimension according to Einstein\u2019s model of the universe?<\/b> \u2013Time<\/span><\/li>\n
    29. Which color has the longest wavelength?<\/b> \u2013 Red<\/span><\/li>\n
    30. Pascal is the unit of?<\/b>– Pressure<\/span><\/li>\n
    31. Which planet is called the morning and evening star?<\/b> \u2013 Venus<\/span><\/li>\n
    32. Instrument used to measure electric current?<\/b>– Ammeter<\/span><\/li>\n
    33. The human body is mostly made up of which element<\/b>– Carbon<\/span><\/li>\n
    34. We live in which layer of atmosphere?<\/b> \u2013 Troposphere<\/span><\/li>\n
    35. 1 Nanometer is equals to how many meters?<\/b>– 10 power minus 9 meters<\/span><\/li>\n
    36. Sun appears red at morning and evening because of?<\/b>– Scattering of light<\/span><\/li>\n
    37. Which Scientist named the words positive and negative in electrical charges?<\/b>– Benjamin Franklin<\/span><\/li>\n
    38. A Reusable space rocket is called as?<\/b>– Space shuttle<\/span><\/li>\n
    39. Sleeping under the tree at night time is dangerous because trees produce some gas, what is the gas?<\/b> \u2013 Carbon Dioxide<\/span><\/li>\n
    40. Sound waves cannot travel in?<\/b>– Space or Vacuum<\/span><\/li>\n
    41. Mars has how many moons?<\/b>– 2<\/span><\/li>\n
    42. What is the full form of NASA?<\/b>– National Aeronautics and Space Administration<\/span><\/li>\n
    43. What is the atomic number of sodium?<\/b>– 11<\/span><\/li>\n
    44. What are the three subatomic particles in an atom?<\/b>– electrons, protons and neutrons<\/span><\/li>\n
    45. Seasons on the Earth occur due to?<\/b>– Tilt of the Earth<\/span><\/li>\n
    46. The leaves of the plant appear green in color because leaves reflect some color, what color is it?<\/b> \u2013 Green color<\/span><\/li>\n
    47. Which scientist invented dynamite?<\/b>– Alfred Nobel<\/span><\/li>\n
    48. What is the full form of ISRO?<\/b> \u2013 Indian Space Research Organization<\/span><\/li>\n
    49. What is the speed of light?<\/b>– 300,000 kilometer per second or 3\u00d7108m\/s<\/span><\/li>\n
    50. When the moon comes in between Earth and the Sun, it is called as?<\/b>– Solar eclipse<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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      Funny Science Questions And Answers<\/strong><\/h2>\n

      Q1. The concept of gravity was discovered by which famous physicist?<\/b><\/p>\n

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      1. A) Albert Einstein<\/span><\/li>\n
      2. B) Galileo Galilei<\/span><\/li>\n
      3. C) Sir Isaac Newton<\/span><\/li>\n
      4. D) Nikola Tesla<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        Answer: C) Sir Isaac Newton<\/b><\/p>\n

        Q2. How many colors are in the rainbow?<\/b><\/p>\n

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        1. A) 5<\/span><\/li>\n
        2. B) 6<\/span><\/li>\n
        3. C) 7<\/span><\/li>\n
        4. D) 8<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          Answer: C) 7<\/b><\/p>\n

          Q3. True or False? Electrons are smaller than atoms.<\/b><\/p>\n

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          1. A) True<\/span><\/li>\n
          2. B) False<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

            Answer: A) True<\/b><\/p>\n

            Q4. Which is the most abundant element in the universe?<\/strong><\/p>\n

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            1. A) Oxygen<\/span><\/li>\n
            2. B) Carbon<\/span><\/li>\n
            3. C) Hydrogen<\/span><\/li>\n
            4. D) Nitrogen<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

              Answer: C) Hydrogen<\/strong><\/p>\n

              Q5. What is the hardest natural substance on Earth?<\/strong><\/p>\n

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              1. A) Gold<\/span><\/li>\n
              2. B) Iron<\/span><\/li>\n
              3. C) Diamond<\/span><\/li>\n
              4. D) Quartz<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                Answer: C) Diamond<\/strong><\/p>\n

                Q6. What is the study of mushrooms called?<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                1. A) Botany<\/span><\/li>\n
                2. B) Zoology<\/span><\/li>\n
                3. C) Mycology<\/span><\/li>\n
                4. D) Geology<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                  Answer: C) Mycology<\/strong><\/p>\n

                  Q7. Can an airplane go in reverse?<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                  1. A) Yes<\/span><\/li>\n
                  2. B) No<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                    Answer: A) Yes<\/strong><\/p>\n

                    Q8. Does sound travel faster in the air or in water?<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                    1. A) Air<\/span><\/li>\n
                    2. B) Water<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                      Answer: B) Water<\/strong><\/p>\n

                      Q9. Which oath of ethics taken by doctors is named after an Ancient Greek physician?<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                      1. A) The Socratic Oath<\/span><\/li>\n
                      2. B) The Hippocratic Oath<\/span><\/li>\n
                      3. C) The Galenic Oath<\/span><\/li>\n
                      4. D) The Asclepian Oath<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                        Answer: B) The Hippocratic Oath<\/strong><\/p>\n

                        Q10. Which freezes faster, hot water or cold water?<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                        1. A) Hot water<\/span><\/li>\n
                        2. B) Cold water<\/span><\/li>\n
                        3. C) They freeze at the same time<\/span><\/li>\n
                        4. D) It depends on the container<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                          Answer: A) Hot water (Mpemba effect)<\/strong><\/p>\n

                          Q11. On what continent will you not find bees?<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                          1. A) Africa<\/span><\/li>\n
                          2. B) Antarctica<\/span><\/li>\n
                          3. C) Australia<\/span><\/li>\n
                          4. D) Asia<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                            Answer: B) Antarctica<\/strong><\/p>\n

                            Q12. What is the only rock that floats?<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                            1. A) Granite<\/span><\/li>\n
                            2. B) Pumice<\/span><\/li>\n
                            3. C) Basalt<\/span><\/li>\n
                            4. D) Limestone<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                              Answer: B) Pumice<\/strong><\/p>\n

                              Q13. True or False? Chameleons change colors only to blend into their environment.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                              1. A) True<\/span><\/li>\n
                              2. B) False<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                                Answer: B) False<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                Q14. Can lightning strike the same place twice?<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                                1. A) Yes<\/span><\/li>\n
                                2. B) No<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                                  Answer: A) Yes<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                  Q15. True or false? Shark cartilage can cure cancer.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                                  1. A) True<\/span><\/li>\n
                                  2. B) False<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                                    Answer: B) False<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                    Q16. How long is the memory of a goldfish?<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                                    1. A) 3 seconds<\/span><\/li>\n
                                    2. B) 3 minutes<\/span><\/li>\n
                                    3. C) 3 days<\/span><\/li>\n
                                    4. D) 3 months<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                                      Answer: C) 3 days<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                      Q17. What mountain peak is farthest from the center of the Earth?<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                                      1. A) Mount Everest<\/span><\/li>\n
                                      2. B) K2<\/span><\/li>\n
                                      3. C) Chimborazo<\/span><\/li>\n
                                      4. D) Kilimanjaro<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                                        Answer: C) Chimborazo<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                        Q18. How many bones do sharks have in their bodies?<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                                        1. A) 0<\/span><\/li>\n
                                        2. B) 206<\/span><\/li>\n
                                        3. C) 108<\/span><\/li>\n
                                        4. D) 56<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                                          Answer: A) 0<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                          Q19. Can gold be created from other elements?<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                                          1. A) Yes<\/span><\/li>\n
                                          2. B) No<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                                            Answer: A) Yes<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                            Q20. What is the heaviest organ in the human body?<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                                            1. A) Brain<\/span><\/li>\n
                                            2. B) Heart<\/span><\/li>\n
                                            3. C) Liver<\/span><\/li>\n
                                            4. D) Skin<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                                              Answer: C) Liver<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                              Best Mobile Applications For Science Quiz<\/b><\/h2>\n

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