Earth Science
What is the force keeping earth in orbit with the sun?
Gravity
What is the wave that doctors use to look at bones in the human body?
X-Rays
Mitochondria
What is the chemical formula for water?
H2O
When was CMU established?
1892
What is the layer underneath the earths crust?
Mantle
What kind of force slows down objects in air and water?
Resistance (Drag)
What is the process called in which a plant grows?
Photosynthesis
What is "Sucrose" commonly known as?
Sugar
What is the title of the newspaper published by CMU?
Central Michigan Life
What causes seasons on Earth?
Earths Axis (tilt)
What kind of energy is stored in an object often relating to its position?
Potential Energy
What is the largest organ in the human body?
Skin
What is the most common element found in the universe?
Hydrogen
What is the oldest standing building on CMU's Campus?
Grawn Hall
What type of rock is formed from magma?
Igneous
What part of the electromagnetic spectrum has the shortest wavelength?
Gamma Rays
Where is the smallest bone located in the human body?
The Ear (Stapes)
What is the name of the fear of chemicals and chemistry?
Chemophobia
What was one of the original degree's offered at CMU when it was founded?
Business, and Teaching
Acid rain, Wind, Ocean Waves, and Glacial Movement are all examples of what?
Erosion
What law is known as, "An object in motion will stay in motion. An object in rest will stay in rest. Unless acted upon by an outside force."
Newtons 1st Law of Motion
What does DNA stand for?
Deoxyribonucleic Acid
How many elements make up the Periodic Table of Elements?
118
What was the name of CMU's official/unofficial mascots before the Chips? (Name one or more)
Dragons, Wildcats, Bearcats