Science
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STEM in College
200
Name one job/career in Science?
Answers may include: Biologist, medical doctor, nurse, zoologist, archeologist, and MORE!
200
Name one job/career in Technology?
Answers may include: Computer programmer, radiologist, pharmacist, ultrasound-technician, surgeon, optometrist, cybersecurity, and more!
200
Name one job/career in Engineering?
Answers may include: Architect, industrial engineers, mechanical engineers, space/nuclear/robotics engineers, mobility aid technician, and MORE!
200
Name of job/career in Math?
Correct answers include: Economist, auditor, actuary, accountant, data analyst, research analyst, business analyst, statistician, baker/chef, and MORE!
200
True or False? STEM students do NOT have to take English or History classes in college.
FALSE!
250
EVERYDAY APPLICATION!
Your Grandma shared a post in your family group chat warning you of "chemicals" in your food!
Which of the following "chemicals" can you tell Grandma is safe to consume?
-Dihydrogen Monoxide
-Sodium Bicarbonate
-Citric Acid
ALL ARE SAFE TO CONSUME! Everything is made of chemicals. You, Me, McDonald's, everything. Some are safe, some are not. Quantity/dosage also matters.
-Dihydrogen Monoxide (H20) = Water
-Sodium Bicarbonate (NaHCO3)= Baking Soda
-Citric Acid (C6H8O7) = in all citrus fruits like lemons and limes
250
EVERYDAY APPLICATION!
Your WiFi has been slow, and now you see red lights coming from your router and/or modem.
Name at least one way to troubleshoot this problem. (How would you fix it?)
-Contact your WiFi servicer via phone or online to reboot the internet.
-Unplug, wait a second, plug it back in.
-Run a speed test online to see what's going on.
250
EVERYDAY APPLICATION!
I want a new couch. The dimensions of my living room are 10 x 8 ft.
I want my couch and table next to each other against a wall. My table is 2 ft wide.
What are the maximum lengths of the couch I could buy? (two numbers)
8 ft or 6 ft long.
10 ft (length of room) - 2 ft (table) = 8 ft left for couch
8 ft (width of room) - 2 ft (table)= 6 ft left for couch
250
EVERYDAY APPLICATION!
I am cooking lasagna for 12 people, but my recipe is for 4.
The recipe for 4 calls for 1 lb of pasta noodles.
How many pounds of noodles do I need to make enough lasagna for 12 people?
3 lbs!
12 people / 4 people per recipe = 3 recipes' worth of ingredients.
I would need 3 lbs of pasta.
250
I want to be a Medical Doctor. Name one major in Undergrad you could have before applying to medical school?
Biology, Public Health, Biochemistry, Physics, Psychology, and more!
300
Which planet does NASA claim we will be able to send humans to by the 2030s?
Mars!
300
This type of new technology has been a topic of debate in recent years, largely because of its use of fresh water.
Artificial Intelligence (AI), Data Centers
According to scientists at the University of California, Riverside, each 100-word AI prompt is estimated to use roughly one bottle of water.
300
Name one practical use for 3D printers in the Medical Field.
Can prototype and test medical devices, mobility aids, and joint/bone replacements. Make 3D models of organs to plan for major surgeries. Can create molds for dentistry. Can create disposable plastic items like swabs, tongue depressors, and other emergency medical supplies. And more!
300
Name a way Math can be used in art or music.
Measuring canvases, paint, fabric, and other supplies. Linear perspective, symmetry, and understanding shapes (square, triangle, cones, etc). Use of patterns and frameworks. Analyzing musical chords, thirds, fifths, etc. And more!
300
Name 3 attributes that are necessary to be successful in STEM careers.
Creativity, self-motivation, collaboration, rigor, critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, perspective, leadership, adaptability, and more!
350
Name one way you can determine if an academic source (website, book, journal, etc) is credible and trustworthy.
**It is peer-reviewed**, published by experts in a relevant field, the author has a trustworthy reputation of publishing good research, the publisher/website is trustworthy, there are real citations for their claims/statistics, they are using relevant data, and MORE!
350
Name one Smart Home Device
Amazon Echo (Alexa), Google Nest, Ring Cameras, Smart Fridges and other applicances, Smart locks, Smart plugs and lightbulbs (turn on/off with app), security systems, and MORE!
350
Review the following Simple Machines:
Name one device or technology that uses one of these simple machines.
-Wheel and Axle- cars, shopping carts, wheelchairs, door knobs
-Lever- scissors, forklift, hammer (removing nails)
-Inclined Plane- escalator, ramps, slides
-Pulley- flag poles, elevators, wells, cranes
-Screw- lids on jars and bottles, propeller, meat grinder
-Wedge- axe, plow, jackhammer
350
You've been wanting a new backpack. Which is the better deal?
-Amazon: 50% off $60 with Free Shipping
-Walmart: $25, +$3 shipping
-Target: 80% off $100, +$9 shipping
Walmart! $28
(Amazon- $30, Target- $29)
350
What is the difference between a Bachelor's of Arts (B.A.) and a Bachelor's of Science (B.S.) ?
B.A.= have to take more English or language classes
B.S.= have to take more math/science classes
400
Name one way climate change has impacted the Earth.
-Average global temperatures have risen
-More and stronger/heavier precipitation (rain, snow, etc) in some areas
-Droughts and wildfires are becoming more common and longer in some areas
-Changes in weather impact fishing and agriculture
-Heat impacting human health
-Damage to biodiversity, coral reefs, and the melting of polar ice caps
-Coast levels are rising, impacting infrastructure and living conditions
-AND MORE!
400
Name one modern technology used for communication, and how it is efficient.
-Internet/email/social media, communicate globally instantly
-Texting, can be more efficient than phone calls
-Video calls, allows people to take in non-verbal communications as well as verbal to aid in understanding
-Smart phones, watches, and glasses allow communication at our fingertips, instantly in some cases
All of these- you don't have to wait for a letter, TV report, newspaper, or landline phone to wait for communications!
400
You want to invest $5,000 into a savings account. Which account would earn you the most money after one year?
a. 1% MONTHLY interest added
b. 12% ANNUAL interest added
c. 5% QUARTERLY interest added
c. $6,077.525 !!!
a. $5,643.09
b. $5,600
400
Name one thing you can participate in college, outside of class, that could help you find a job in STEM.
-Honors Societies/Fraternities (BBB- Biology, PLU-Chemistry)
-Social Sororities/Fraternities
-Conducting Research, presenting at research conferences
-Going to Career Fairs or events
-Relevant internships
-Relevant clubs like Robotics
-And MORE!