Q--Does Biochemistry study gluons?
A--My step-by-step reasoning: Biochemistry studies role, function, and structure of biomolecules. Gluon, the so-called messenger particle of the strong nuclear force, which binds sub-atomic particles known as quarks within the protons and neutrons of stable matter as well as within heavier, short-lived particles created at high energies. biomolecules are comprised of atoms.
So, the answer is no.

Q--Can COVID-19 spread to maritime pilots?
A--My step-by-step reasoning: Maritime pilots are human beings. COVID-19 can spread among human population.
So, the answer is yes.

Q--Is the Muslim world hostile to Israel?
A--My step-by-step reasoning: Israel, a small Middle Eastern nation which is considered the Jewish holy land, contains the ancient city of Jerusalem and other ancient holy sites. Jerusalem is the third most holy site for Muslims, after Mecca and Medina. Prior to English occupation in the 18th-20th centuries, the Muslim-based Ottoman Empire controlled Jerusalem. The Muslims want to reclaim Jerusalem and the surrounding holy lands.
So, the answer is yes.

Q--Were there under 150,000 American troops in Vietnam in 1965?
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My step-by-step reasoning: In 1965 the president announced an intention to increase the amount of troops to 125,000. There were only 75,000 prior to 1965.
So, the answer is yes.