Isn't it amazing how little we know about our own bodies? But the good news is, it's never too late to start learning! Our bodies are our most valuable asset, and getting to know them better can help us take better care of ourselves.
The human body is undoubtedly the best and most complex tool we have. We use it all the time, but do we know WHY and HOW it does what it does? Let's see if you do by challenging you to a quiz! What does the substance melanin control?
Not every body is created equal. If you're thinking of starting a diet or working out, or even if you're simply curious, it's a great idea to work out which body type you have.
A little Biology knowledge goes a long way in this world, helping us understand our own bodies, the natural world and the processes that we go through. Do you know enough Biology to ace this Biological Science quiz? How much electricity does the human brain generate? An energy saving one.
Our body is in continuous need of a variety of ingredients, most of them found in the food we eat. Do you know what minerals and vitamins are important for the body and where they can be found? Prove it by beating our quiz!
A Turkey A Rooster A Crow A Pigeon Which acid causes pain in the muscles after excessive exercise? Lactic acid Sulfuric Acid Nitric Acid Carbonic Acid True or False: Daddy Long-Leg (a.k.a. harvestmen) are more closely related to scorpions than to spiders.
Fever Heart Attack Stroke Epilepsy What condition is caused by the deposition of uric acid? Best thing to do to prevent it is take a general blood test and check your uric acid once a year to see if there's too much of it.
Hot and dry Cool and wet Hot and wet Cold and dry True or False: Oranges are more acidic than apples We were just as surprised as you! Apparently, apples, on average, are slightly more acidic.
Lactic acid is an ingredient commonly found in dairy, especially in the more fermented products, such as cheese and sour cream. It is lactic acid that gives these foods their slightly sour taste.
Insoluble fiber is not digested by the body. It passes through the intestines unchanged, so it makes little gas. True False Which of these has not been shown to cause stomach ulcers?
They cannot sweat To release heat from the body To be ready to chomp down As a threat display to other crocs A trap for birds to fly into True or False: The expression 'crocodile tears' comes from crocodiles shedding tears while eating Yes, for biological reasons from the huffing and tearing into the
Deoxyribonucleic Acid Deoxyribose Nucleic Acid Deoxy Nucleic Acid Di-nucleic Acid What does E=mc^2 represent?
They take about 20% of the body's resources and, like the body, they can be either abused or maintained at a level of high health. The number of years we spend on this earth doesn't mean we all have the same wear and tear on our brains.
From the workings of the human body to the laws of physics, these questions will stretch your understanding. This isn't just textbook trivia – be prepared for brain-teasing concepts and surprising facts. Are you ready to see how much you TRULY know?
Deoxyribonucleic Acid Deoxynucleic Acid Dynonucleic Acid Dichloronucleic Acid What does the acronym LASER stand for?
Acid Age Cavities Coffee Halitosis is the medical term for... Bad breath Black hairy tongue Plaque buildup Gum disease Toothbrushes should be replaced every... 2-3 months Two weeks Monthly 6 months Which of the following usually precedes gum disease (periodontal disease)?
Blood Water Acids Glycogen What is the first of the Ten Commandments? Thou shalt have no other gods before me Thou shalt not kill Thou shalt not steal Honor thy father and that mother This South American country rests between Chile to the west and the southern Atlantic Ocean to the east.
Chrysanthemum Cherry Blossom Lily Rose What is ascorbic acid commonly known as? Vitamin C Iron Insulin Stomach Acid What type of 'nuts' are used to make marzipan? Almond Hazelnut Pistachio Macademia Name Fred Astaire's famous red-haired dancing partner.
Frequently Not often I never have to use laxatives Do you ever get acid reflux? Yes Sometimes No Hmm, your gut may need some TLC!
Rheumatoid Arthritis Acid Reflux Chest Congestion All of the Above Which of these natural ingredients shouldn't be consumed by pregnant women? Sweet Peppers Cayenne Pepper Red Paprika Ginger Which of these hasn't been shown to help cracked lips?
Choosing white meat over red meat is already a step in the right direction, however fish is even better than chicken due to the presence of beneficial omega-3 fatty acids. Chicken Fish Pork Beef What's the best for your heart health?
True, that was the pilgrim garb False, they wore earth tone colors The first Thanksgiving celebration was around 1621 True False, it was 1721 Turkey contains an amino acid that makes you sleepy.
It's acidic enough to make meat more tender It's antiseptic and can be used to ward infection It's full of bacteria and can poison their prey over time It can be used as a face mask for perfect skin Still a Cub...
Cranberries Mozzarella Iceberg Lettuce Red Peppers You're making spaghetti sauce and it tastes too acidic. What do you add? Salt Tomato paste Basil Brown sugar Which food will go bad first in your fridge? Chicken Cabbage Soup What is the most sanitary type of cutting board?