Miscelleanous
True or False: The acronym CER stands for (Claim, Explanation, Reasoning)
False. The acronym CER stands for Claim, Evidence and Reasoning
What is matter ?
Anything that has mass and takes up space.
Describe the difference between potential energy and kinetic energy
Potential energy is stored, while Kinetic Energy is in motion.
Why is it important to tie back long hair and avoid loose clothing during a lab experiment?
Tying back long hair and avoiding loose clothing reduces the risk of hair or clothing getting caught in equipment or coming into contact with chemicals, which could cause accidents or injuries.
Name the 3 states of Matter
Solid , Liquid, Gas
What type of energy is transferred from one object to another through direct contact, like when you rub your hands together?
Thermal Energy
List the steps of the Scientific Method
Observation, Research, Hypothesis, Experimentation, Analysis, Conclusion
What properties do all solids share?
All solids have a definite shape and mass
True or False: Energy can be lost and destroyed
False
True or False: If you wear glasses you don't have to wear eye protective wear(googles)
False
What is the primary difference between the movement of particles in a solid, a liquid, and a gas at the molecular level?
The primary difference in the arrangement and movement of particles is in a solid, particles are closely packed and vibrate in fixed positions. In a liquid, molecules are more spread out and can move past each other, but they still have some attraction to each other. In a gas, molecules are far apart and move freely, with little to no attraction between them.
True or False: Flashlights are systems that produce energy in the form of light using electrical and chemical energy.
True
How do renewable and non-renewable and sources of energy impact the environment differently?
Renewable sources of energy are clean and can be retrieved again. Non-renewable sources of energy are a high energy source but they emit harmful gasses that pollute the environment.
True or False : The term used to describe the amount of space a liquid occupies is volume
True
Name and define the 3 forms of heat transfer
Conduction- transfer of heat when in direct contact.
Convection- Heat transfer through air or water
Radiation- transfer of heat through waves