Science 1
Where does photosynthesis happen?
In the plants' leaves
An organism that cannot make its own food is called a....
What is the source of all energy in most ecosystems?
The Sun
What does an omnivore eat?
Plants AND Animals
Climate
What are the 3 types of rocks?
Igneous, Metamorphic, Sedimentary
Have one student in your group draw what "solid" molecules look like
I will check (they should be touching and close together!)
What does a circuit need to be complete?
An energy source (battery), wires, something to do work (lightbulb), and *sometimes a switch*
What makes an organism a producer?
It is able to make its own food
What is the term for an organism that breaks down dead plants and animals into nutrients?
Decomposer
What is the main purpose of roots on a plant?
To absorb water and nutrients
If two magnets attract, what do you know about their poles?
They are opposite - One is North and one is South
What is the difference between weathering and erosion?
Weathering is the process of rocks or landforms being broken down into smaller pieces and erosion is the process of those pieces being moved to a new location. Both are due to water and wind.
Water, Sunlight, Carbon Dioxide
Which type of rock is formed through extreme heat and pressure?
Metamorphic
Why do different animals have different adaptations?
Their adaptations protect themselves and help them survive.
When a piece of paper gets ripped up, what kind of change took place?
A Physical Change
Have 1 student draw a diagram of the water cycle.
I will check answers!
When a bike chain gets rusted what kind of change/reaction occurred?
Chemical Change/Reaction
What is the difference between an insulator and a conductor? *Must use the word electron*
Insulators do not allow electrons to flow easily through them but conductors do allow electrons to flow through them
What happens to a moving object when you include friction?
It causes the moving object to stop or slow down
What energy transfer is present when you plug in an alarm clock and it rings?
Electrical Energy to Sound Energy
What causes Earth's seasons? Why?
The Earth's tilt causes seasons, because when the northern hemisphere is tilting towards the sun it receives direct sunlight while the southern hemisphere receives indirect sunlight. Then, it switches.
What are 4 *different* things a composter should have to work successfully?
Organic Matter, Air holes, a Crank to rotate it, and Moisture
Why is it necessary for all life cycles to have an "adult" stage?
Without the adult stage, organisms could not reproduce so the species would die out.