Deck 16: Physics and Information Technology

Question 1

These programs are designed to help the user learn subjects such as mathematics, languages, and physical sciences.

A) Word processing
B) Database
C) Graphic design
D) Interactive educational programs

Answer 1

D

Question 2

In computer technology, the _______________ is a paper form of data.

A) disc
B) hard copy
C) file
D) database

Answer 2

B

Question 3

A(n) ________ is much smaller than a proton or neutron. Its weight is almost negligible compared with the nuclear particles.

A) electron
B) molecule
C) particle
D) atomic nucleus

Answer 3

A

Question 4

When energy is applied to a spring to compress it, the spring travels a distance, returns to its original position (neutral), and then moves in the opposite direction. This is called ________.

A) oscillation
B) force
C) conduction
D) amplitude

Question 5

The _______________ state of a substance occurs when the energy applied to it is greater than the energy bonds that hold the molecules together.

A) vaporizing
B) melting
C) molecular
D) gas

Question 6

The __________ is the primary unit that makes up all physical matter. It behaves in very distinct and predictable ways.

A) electron
B) element
C) atom
D) isotope

Question 7

When the rays are focused in a single area, the area is called the __________.

A) middle
B) concave center
C) focal point
D) refractive index

Question 8

In computer technology, the _____________ is the computer's memory capacity.

A) CPU
B) search engine
C) RAM
D) toolbar

Question 9

The force or power that pushes or drives electrons through the conductive material is called __________.

A) current
B) resistance
C) conductivity
D) voltage

Question 10

In physics, _______________ is the study of objects and motion.

A) amplitude
B) mechanics
C) hertz
D) energy

Question 11

Surgical technologists must ensure safe use of electrical equipment, assemble and troubleshoot complex devices, and ________ their use on the surgical field.

A) assist in
B) forbid
C) insist upon
D) encourage

Question 12

The negative or lowest point on a wave is a _____________.

A) reflection
B) wavelength
C) trough
D) hertz

Question 13

________________ is the number of waves that pass a point in 1 second.

A) Frequency
B) Wavelength
C) Amplitude
D) Wave energy

Question 14

The __________ or icon is activated by setting the cursor on the __________ or text and pressing one of the mouse buttons (right or left).

A) cursor, icon
B) hyperlink, cursor
C) command, icon
D) task bar, icon

Question 15

_________ is a medical device that uses the ________ effect and ultrasonic waves to measure and record blood flow as well as tissue density and shape.

A) Doppler ultrasound, Doppler
B) Thermal conductivity, Doppler
C) Conductivity, conduction
D) Radiation, Doppler

Question 16

A __________ lens is thinner at the middle than at the edges and causes the light to diverge or spread.

A) concave
B) refractive
C) insulated
D) convex

Question 17

Physics is the complex study of matter, time, energy, ____________, and space.

A) energy
B) power
C) force
D) frequency

Question 18

A _____________ is a substance in which the molecules are tightly bound in rigid formation.

A) liquid
B) solid
C) insulator
D) photon

Question 19

The _______________ is the point of greatest disturbance or the height of an individual wave. This is measured in meters from the top of the crest to the point of rest.

A) wavelength
B) amplitude
C) boiling point
D) frequency

Question 20

____________________ is the complex study of matter, time, energy, force, and space.

A) Biomedical sciences
B) Physics
C) Doppler ultrasound
D) Thermoregulation

Question 21

Match the term with the definition. Some answers may be used twice.
a.Alternating current (AC)
b.Amplitude
c.Harmonics
d.Conductivity
e.Reflection
f.Resistance
g.Internal drives
h.Voltage
In electricity, the measurement of a substance's ability to inhibit the flow of electricity

Question 22

Match the term with the definition. Some answers may be used twice.
a.Alternating current (AC)
b.Amplitude
c.Harmonics
d.Conductivity
e.Reflection
f.Resistance
g.Internal drives
h.Voltage
The behavior of a wave when it reaches a nonabsorbent material; the wave reverses and is directed back toward the source.

Question 23

Match the term with the definition. Some answers may be used twice.
a.Alternating current (AC)
b.Amplitude
c.Harmonics
d.Conductivity
e.Reflection
f.Resistance
g.Internal drives
h.Voltage
The quality of sound related to the frequency of the sound waves

Question 24

Match the term with the definition. Some answers may be used twice.
a.Alternating current (AC)
b.Amplitude
c.Harmonics
d.Conductivity
e.Reflection
f.Resistance
g.Internal drives
h.Voltage
The relative ability of a substance to transmit free electrons or electricity

Question 25

Match the term with the definition. Some answers may be used twice.
a.Alternating current (AC)
b.Amplitude
c.Harmonics
d.Conductivity
e.Reflection
f.Resistance
g.Internal drives
h.Voltage
In electromagnetic wave energy, the height of a wave

Question 26

Match the term with the definition. Some answers may be used twice.
a.Alternating current (AC)
b.Amplitude
c.Harmonics
d.Conductivity
e.Reflection
f.Resistance
g.Internal drives
h.Voltage
Data storage that is an integral part of the computer

Question 27

Match the term with the definition. Some answers may be used twice.
a.Alternating current (AC)
b.Amplitude
c.Harmonics
d.Conductivity
e.Reflection
f.Resistance
g.Internal drives
h.Voltage
A type of electrical current in which electricity changes direction to complete its circuit

Question 28

Match the term with the definition. Some answers may be used twice.
a.Alternating current (AC)
b.Amplitude
c.Harmonics
d.Conductivity
e.Reflection
f.Resistance
g.Internal drives
h.Voltage
The electrical force in a circuit, measured as the amount of force that passes a given point over a stated period.