Britannica All New Children’s Encyclopedia Quiz: No. 2 – Matter & Life Britannica Quiz - Matter & Life How many elements are on the periodic table? 101 212 118 121 Which element is most abundant in Earth's crust? Oxygen Silicon Iron Carbon German researchers became famous for making diamonds out of: Peanut butter Soot Petrol Air Heavy metals such as gold were originally created: By the big bang During the formation of the Earth By stars colliding Through forces in Earth's crust What is the scientific term for classifying, or categorising, living things? Taxonomy Taxidermy Taxology Taxation Limestone rocks near the top of Mount Everest contain: Gold Seashells Pumice Weevils What makes the raft spider special? It can weave webs of gold It can jump extremely high It can kill rats It can walk on water Some female angler fish can: Produce their own light Walk on the bottom of the ocean Breathe on land Grown their own food Your NameEnter your name and email address below to receive your score. Anyone who gets full marks will be entered into a prize draw, with the chance to win a signed copy of the Britannica All New Children's Encyclopedia! First Last School Name Email*
