Science Quiz
Put your scientific knowledge to the test! This quiz covers physics, biology, chemistry, and general science. From the periodic table to the laws of nature, find out how much you really know about science.
About this quiz
What this quiz is about
Challenge yourself with questions across physics, biology, and chemistry. The quiz runs 10 multiple-choice questions, and after each answer you see the correct one with a short explanation of the fact behind it.
Try a few questions
Here is a preview of the kind of questions you will face. Answers and explanations are revealed as you play.
1. What is the chemical symbol for gold?
- AGo
- BAu
- CAg
- DGd
2. What planet is known as the Red Planet?
- AJupiter
- BVenus
- CMars
- DSaturn
3. Which gas do plants absorb from the atmosphere during photosynthesis?
- ACarbon dioxide
- BOxygen
- CNitrogen
- DHydrogen
How scoring works
- Score points for each of the 10 multiple-choice questions — every question has exactly one right answer.
- Your final score places you in a tier, up to Science Genius for a near-perfect run.
- After each answer you get a short explanation of the fact behind the question, and the full quiz takes about 4 minutes.
All 3 possible results
Every outcome has its own page with the full write-up, so you can compare before or after you play.
Science Genius
Brilliant! You have an outstanding command of scientific knowledge. From chemistry to physics to biology, you've demonstrated mastery across the sciences. Einstein would be proud!
Science Enthusiast
Great work! You have a solid foundation in science. You know your basics well and have a curious mind for scientific topics. Keep exploring and experimenting!
Science Student
Science is a journey of discovery, and you're just getting started! There's a whole universe of fascinating facts waiting for you. Keep your curiosity alive and keep learning!
What your result means
Scores are meant to be beaten: retake the quiz to improve your tier, or send the challenge link to a friend and see who knows more.