5th Grade Science

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What is a variable in an experiment?

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A variable is what changes or is different during an experiment.

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What instrument is used to measure temperature?

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A thermometer is used to measure temperature.

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Why is coal considered a nonrenewable resource?

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Coal is a nonrenewable resource because it cannot be replaced as fast as people use it.

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What is a fossil?

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A fossil is the imprint or remains of something that lived long ago.

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NGSS.MS-LS4-1

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What process is described by the term 'weathering'?

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Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks and minerals through natural forces.

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What is the difference between renewable and nonrenewable resources?

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Renewable resources can be replenished naturally over time, while nonrenewable resources cannot be replaced as quickly as they are consumed.

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What is the role of a hypothesis in an experiment?

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A hypothesis is a proposed explanation or prediction that can be tested through experimentation.

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NGSS.HS-PS1-2

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What is the scientific method?

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The scientific method is a systematic process for investigating phenomena, acquiring new knowledge, or correcting and integrating previous knowledge.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-1

NGSS.MS-PS1-2

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What is the importance of control variables in an experiment?

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Control variables are important because they ensure that the experiment is fair and that the results are due to the independent variable.

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What is the definition of energy resources?

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Energy resources are natural resources that can be used to produce energy, such as coal, oil, natural gas, solar, and wind.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4