To Gain an Appreciation for the Potential for Trauma from High-Velocity

question 60

Multiple Choice

To gain an appreciation for the potential for trauma from high-velocity projectiles, it is important to remember that the shock wave produced can exceed atmospheric pressure by up to ________ times.

• A) 25
• B) 100
• C) 50
• D) 80

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Hydrogen Ion

A positively charged ion (H+) formed when a hydrogen atom loses its electron.

Bufferin

A brand of aspirin that contains a buffering agent to prevent stomach irritation.

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Substance or group of substances that tend to resist pH changes of a solution, thus stabilizing its relative acidity and basicity.