Quiz

Welcome! Are you ready to put your knowledge to the test? 

Whether you’re looking to prove your expertise, review key takeaways from the conference, or are simply curious about science and healthcare, our quiz is the perfect opportunity to challenge yourself and expand your understanding. From general knowledge questions to in-depth healthcare information, this quiz is designed to examine your level of understanding and potentially highlight areas for further learning. 

So, are you up for the challenge? Gather your thinking cap and let’s begin!

 

Results

#1. How many neocortical neurons are lost each day?

#2. What is the normal blood pressure in millimeters of mercury pressure (mmHg) for an average adult?

#3. How much blood does the heart pump round the body every minute?

#4. Does the brain feel pain?

#5. Which Isotope is most commonly used in PET/CT scanning?

#6. Dan has sickle cell anaemia and needs regular blood transfusions to keep him healthy. Dan’s blood group is type A, which of the following blood types can he safely receive?

#7. How many miles of blood vessels are in the brain?

#8. What %age of the brain is made up of water?

#9. What does TB stand for?

#10. How many grams of bacteria are there in your gut?

#11. What parasitic disease can result from eating contaminated watercress?

#12. How many chambers are there in the heart?

#13. What is the normal range of respiratory rate for an adult at rest?

#14. Who do physiotherapists work with?

#15. How fast do nerve impulses travel to and from the brain?

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Science is All Around Us

The 7th Annual Schools Science Conference took place on 18th March 2010


The Royal College of Pathologists

2 Carlton House Terrace
St James’s
London
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