Which of the Following Would NOT Be a Good Idea

question 46

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would NOT be a good idea in an area that has a high risk for earthquakes?

• A)Construct all new buildings using rigid concrete or masonry.
• B)Keep enough food and water for 72 hours in an easily-carried backpack.
• C)Have hospitals install computerized earthquake warning systems that will shut down natural gas systems and turn on back-up generators.
• D)Require that new buildings be built to flex easily.
• E)All of these would be a good idea.

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Definitions:

Carboxyl Group

A weakly acidic functional group; abbreviated —COOH.

Ionized

Refers to an atom or molecule that has gained or lost electrons, thus acquiring a charge and becoming an ion.

Nonionized

Referring to molecules that do not carry an electric charge due to loss or gain of electrons, affecting their solubility and reactivity.

Functional Group

A specific group of atoms within a molecule that is responsible for a characteristic chemical reaction of that molecule.