Abundance of Elements in the Universe

Abundance of Elements in the Universe

Assessment

Interactive Video

Chemistry, Science, Physics

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video discusses the abundance of elements in the universe, focusing on our galaxy. Hydrogen and helium dominate, making up 99% of the mass. Oxygen, carbon, and other elements follow. The video explains why water is not rare due to the abundance of hydrogen and oxygen. It also covers Earth's composition, highlighting iron and silicon. The abundance of metals like aluminum and calcium is discussed, and the implications for solar system formation are explored.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which two elements make up approximately 99% of the mass in our galaxy?

Iron and Magnesium

Hydrogen and Helium

Silicon and Sulfur

Oxygen and Carbon

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the third most abundant element in the galaxy?

Carbon

Nitrogen

Oxygen

Neon

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many hydrogen atoms are there for every oxygen atom, approximately?

100

2000

500

1200

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is water not considered a rare substance in the universe?

Because it is made of hydrogen and oxygen, which are abundant

Because it is the most abundant compound

Because it is found in liquid form everywhere

Because it is only found on Earth

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In what form is water most commonly found in the universe?

Frozen

Vapor

Plasma

Liquid

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What element makes up almost half of the Earth's core?

Sulfur

Magnesium

Iron

Silicon

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which two elements are most abundant in rocks?

Oxygen and Silicon

Hydrogen and Helium

Iron and Magnesium

Carbon and Nitrogen

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