CBG
True or false
Bananas and plantains are from the same plant.
False
Words you should live by when riding a bike.
Bike safe, BIKE SMART
How many chambers does the human heart have?
4
Name of the land at Rid All
The Forgotten Triangle
True or false
The process of making chrome cannot cause cancer.
False
Can a turtle leave its shell?
No, it has nerves connected to its shell, basically like a spine.
By what percentage can a helmet protect your head from brain injury?
85%
What is the blood without oxygen called?
Deoxygenated Blood
What plant disease set in at the Forgotten Triangle after the fire in 1973?
Blight
Which of the great lakes is the deepest?
Superior
Why do chameleons change color?
Communication
What are the two types of brakes?
Rim brakes
Disc brakes
What causes the thumping sound made by the heart?
The opening and closing of the valves.
Why is it important for a community to be sustainable if there are companies to help distribute food and services?
Grows hope and faith
Crime reduction
Life expectancy
(Need 1)
Difference between impervious and pervious surfaces?
Impervious surfaces do not allow rainwater into the ground (sidewalks, streets, buildings), while pervious surfaces allow rainwater to enter the ground (front yards, parks).
What type of sand is best to grow plants?
Sand that can easily ball up with the addition of water.
What type of gear should you wear while riding a bike at night?
Reflective gear/ gear that lights up.
What is the difference between arteries and veins?
Veins take oxygenated blood into the heart, while arteries take blood out to the body (the pulmonary arteries take blood to the lungs).
What does Rid All consider the most valuable fertilizer?
Worm Castings
Describe a rain garden and 2 traits that allow it to better use the rain.
A garden with plants that avoid human use to collect rainwater. The plants' roots can grow out (1) and create a barrier to hold the soil and prevent erosion (2).
Tiny/no leaves
Dew on thorns give plants a bit of moisture and protect from animals taking their moisture.
ABC Quick Check
Air
Breaks
Chains, Cranks, Cassette
Quick release (lift seat and other parts)
Check ride
What is the name of the biggest artery?
Aorta
What is Anaerobic Biodigestion?
Rotting organic matter/waste creates a slurry then a gas (methane gas) that can make energy and i.e. turn a turbine.
What does pH stand for?
Potential Hydrogen