Britannica All New Children’s Encyclopedia Quiz: No. 2 – Matter & Life Britannica Quiz - Matter & Life How many elements are on the periodic table? 212 121 101 118 Which element is most abundant in Earth's crust? Silicon Iron Oxygen Carbon German researchers became famous for making diamonds out of: Peanut butter Petrol Soot Air Heavy metals such as gold were originally created: During the formation of the Earth By the big bang 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*