Match Each of the Following Elements to Its Description

question 16

Multiple Choice

Match each of the following elements to its description.
-Oxygen (O)

• A)This element has 5 valence electrons and is a poison that can be found in drinking water.
• B)Having 8 protons, this element is essential for life.
• C)One of the only elements to exist as a liquid at room temperature, this is a dangerous environmental toxin that accumulates in fish.
• D)This element loses 2 electrons to form a +7 ion; not consuming enough of it can increase risk of osteoporosis.
• E)This element gains three electrons when forming an ion; it also helps form an essential source of energy for cells.
• F)This is one of the transition elements, and is essential for the function of the protein hemoglobin.

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Definitions:

Dimly Illuminated

Describes an environment or space that has low levels of light, often creating a subdued or subtle visibility.

Sensory Adaptation

The process by which sensory receptors become less sensitive to constant stimuli over time.

High-Volume

Describes a large quantity or amount, often used in the context of sales, production, or activity levels.

Weber's Law

A principle stating that the smallest noticeable difference in stimulus intensity is proportional to the intensity of the initial stimulus.