Physical Properties
of Matter
of Matter
Mixtures
Patterns of Force
Energy
Earth, Sun, Moon
System
System
Sun and Water Cycle
Changes to the Earth's Surface
Natural Resources
Energy Resources and Modern Life
100
Look for a pattern among the materials listed. Which of these objects would not be attracted to a magnet?
Paper Clip, Iron, Wood, Plastic, Rubber
Wood, Plastic, Rubber
100
Mixtures can be identified and compared. What do ALL mixtures have in common?
A. They are a combination of substances that give off a gas.
B. They are any type of matter that can change its shape or color.
C. They are any type of matter that evaporates when heat is added.
D. They are a combination of two or more substances that keep their identities.
D. They are a combination of two or more substances that keep their identities.
100
Astronauts plan an investigation to explore the patterns of force on an object. They know that they will experience one of the forces less on the moon.
Which force are the astronauts investigating?
Gravity
100
This is a kind of energy you hear when something vibrates.
Sound Energy
100
This tool is used to accurately measure outdoor air temperature.
Thermometer
100
This is the process in which water continuously moves from Earth’s surface into the atmosphere and back again.
The Water Cycle
100
The process of moving sediment from one place to another.
A. erosion
B. weathering
C. deposition
D. sediment
A. erosion
100
This is a resource that can be replaced within a reasonable amount of time.
Renewable Resource
100
This is the act of preserving and protecting of an ecosystem or a resource.
Conservation
200
The table below lists three objects and some of their physical properties.
What tools are needed to measure the physical properties?
Balance Scale and Water
200
Compare two solutions.
- Water, drink mix, and sugar are mixed in a beaker.
- Hot water, instant coffee, and sugar are mixed in another beaker.
Which substance do the two solutions have in common?
Water
200
This force attracts iron and a few other - but not all - metals.
Magnetism
200
Jill set up an investigation with a ruler and three marbles. She pushes the single marble toward the two marbles.
Which of these questions can Jill’s investigation answer? Select TWO correct answers.
A. How fast can a marble move?
B. Do collisions transfer energy?
C. How do different forces affect motion?
D. Will all of the marbles move the same distance?
B. Do collisions transfer energy?
D. Will all of the marbles move the same distance?
200
A student has gathered Houston temperature data by season for four years. At winter in year 5, she is trying to make predictions.
What can you predict about the temperatures in the Winter and Summer based on the data in the chart.
The temperatures in the Summer will be warmer than the temperatures in the Winter.
200
Water continuously moves above the surface of Earth through the water cycle. As water vapor rises, it cools to form water droplets. What forms when billions of these water droplets are close together?
Clouds
200
This is the breaking down of rocks on Earth’s surface into smaller pieces.
A. erosion
B. weathering
c. deposition
d. sediment
B. weathering
200
This is a resource that, once used, cannot be replaced in a reasonable amount of time.
Nonrenewable Resource
200
This is underground water that often collects in rocks with the most or largest spaces.
Groundwater
300
Match each state of matter with its description.
Liquid, Gas, Solid
- has a fixed shape
- has fixed volume and can flow
- expands to fill the container it is in
Liquid - has fixed volume and can flow
Gas - expands to fill the container it is in
Solid - has a fixed shape
300
Which statements are true of all solutions? Select three answer choices.
A. They have parts that are unevenly mixed.
B. They have parts that are evenly mixed.
C. Each part is equal in quantity to the other parts.
D. They can be made of solids, liquids, and gases.
E. The amount of one kind of matter that can dissolve in another is limited.
B. They have parts that are evenly mixed.
D. They can be made of solids, liquids, and gases.
E. The amount of one kind of matter that can dissolve in another is limited.
300
This force acts between two touching objects and that opposes motion.
Friction
300
Use this model of ocean waves hitting the shore to investigate transfers of energy.
Which statement represents how energy in the waves changes as they reach the shore?
A. The energy in waves will be transferred to the rocks and sand.
B. The energy in waves will be lost when waves move over the sand.
C. The waves will gain energy from the sand and rocks and become larger.
D. The waves will stop before hitting the rocks and no energy will be transferred.
A. The energy in waves will be transferred to the rocks and sand.
300
The Earth orbits around the Sun and this object orbits around the Earth. What is this object?
The Moon
300
This is the process by which a gas changes into a liquid.
Condensation
300
This landform is a large body of moving ice.
Glacier
300
Which of the following describe the relationships between wind and electrical energy in a wind turbine? Select two choices.
A. More wind causes the turbine to generate less electrical energy.
B. More wind causes the turbine to generate more electrical energy.
C. Less wind causes the turbine to generate more electrical energy.
D. Less wind causes the turbine to generate less electrical energy.
B. More wind causes the turbine to generate more electrical energy.
D. Less wind causes the turbine to generate less electrical energy.
300
Natural resources can be found stored inside of rocks like this limestone.
What physical properties of limestone BEST allow water to be stored in the rock?
Holes throughout the rock (porosity)
400
Classify each object by the unit of mass, grams or kilograms, that would be easier to use.
Grams - sponge, spoon, small rock, clay
Kilograms - backpack, log
400
Emerald is making mixtures and she wants to compare them and classify the mixtures that are solutions. Which of the following are a LIQUID + LIQUID solution? Choose 2
A. mud
B. salt water
C. milk and cereal
D. vinegar and water
E. rubbing alcohol and water
D. vinegar and water
E. rubbing alcohol and water
400
Xen is conducting an investigation to explore forces using the set-up below.
Which force is Xen investigating?
Friction
400
This is a closed path or loop that allows an electric charge to flow through.
Circuit
400
One week ago, the moon was full. What phase of the moon should you expect to see tonight?
A. Full Moon
B. New Moon
C. First Quarter
D. Third Quarter
D. Third Quarter
400
Sofia investigates changes on Earth's surface through the cycling of water in the system. Which word describes the process of water moving down the side of a mountain?
Runoff
400
Wei develops a model to show how glaciers cause erosion and deposition. Which model would BEST model erosion and deposition?
A. Fill a cup with ice and water and shake it up.
B. Let a chunk of ice melt all day in the hot sun and then freeze it again.
C. Chip a large block of ice into smaller pieces and pile them up.
D. Move a large block of ice slowly across a tray filled with dirt and rocks.
D. Move a large block of ice slowly across a tray filled with dirt and rocks.
400
Aluminum is a natural resource that is mined from the ground. After it is made into cans it can be recycled once used. There are tradeoffs to recycling. Which explains the tradeoff that is MOST LIKELY to have a positive impact on modern life?
A. New aluminum is not needed to make cans.
B. Drink companies need less water to fill cans.
C. Mining companies need fewer people for jobs.
D. City parkland is used to build recycling centers.
A. New aluminum is not needed to make cans.
400
Which actions can people take at home to conserve natural resources? Select two answers.
A. Do not leave water running.
B. Put newspapers in the garbage.
C. Turn off lights that are not being used.
D. Throw clear glass away in the garbage.
E. Throw paper products away in the garbage.
A. Do not leave water running.
C. Turn off lights that are not being used.
500
A student is measuring different physical properties of an object.
Weight - Temperature - Density - Magnetism
Match the following tool to the physical property.
Water - Balance - Magnet - Thermometer
Weight - Balance
Temperature - Thermometer
Density - Water
Magnetism - Magnet
500
What is the difference between a mixture and a solution?
A mixture is the combinations of two or more substance where each substance keeps their identities. (example - trail mix)
A solution is the combination of two or more substances where the all parts are evenly mixed so the new substance is the same throughout. (example - sugar dissolved in tea)
500
Place the descriptions under the correct type of force.
Forces - Friction, Gravity, Magnetic
Descriptions -
A. force that only acts in contact
B. force that can push or pull magnets
C. force that pulls all objects toward Earth
D. force that pulls in the opposite direction of motion
E. force that depends on the surfaces in contact
F. force that can pull some materials but not others
Gravity - C. force that pulls all objects toward Earth,
Friction - A. force that only acts in contact, E. force that depends on the surfaces in contact, D. force that pulls in the opposite direction of motion
Magnetic - B. force that can push or pull magnets, F. force that can pull some materials but not others
500
Ramya builds a circuit with a battery, bulb, and switch.
Which statement correctly describes how energy moves through this circuit to produce light?
A. Light energy flows through the closed circuit to produce electrical energy at the battery.
B. Electrical energy flows through the open circuit from the battery to the bulb to produce light.
C. Electrical energy flows through the closed circuit from the battery to the bulb to produce light.
D. Light energy flows through the open circuit from the switch to the battery to produce electricity.
C. Electrical energy flows through the closed circuit from the battery to the bulb to produce light.
500
Santiago observes the night sky over several nights. He first saw a new moon, then he observed a different phase. He drew this picture of the moon.
Santiago collected this data to identify the sequence of change in the moon. What phase does Santiago predict will happen next?
A. Full Moon
B. New Moon
C. First Quarter
D. Third Quarter
C. First Quarter
500
All parts of the water cycle depend upon the object energy. Warmth from this object causes water to evaporate. Name this object
The Sun
500
Cai's class is planning a field trip to Palo Duro Canyon State Park. They will be looking for evidence of slow change to Earth's surface. Which most likely produced the rock towers and walls of the canyon? Select two.
A. erosion
B. weathering
C. deposition
d. sediment
A. erosion
B. weathering
500
Which of these are uses of nonrenewable resources? Choose three answers
A. toys made from plastics
B. sunlight used for solar energy
C. lipstick made with oil and wax
D. cooking with natural gas
E. burning wood in a fireplace
A. toys made from plastics
C. lipstick made with oil and wax
D. cooking with natural gas
500
This is a harmful impact, or affect, by the human use of natural resources. This impact harms ecosystems and the organisms in them.
Pollution