Test Review - Science Unit 4

Front

What does a rain gauge measure?

Back

A rain gauge measures how much rain falls.

Front

What is a tornado?

Back

A tornado is a spinning cloud with a cone shape and very strong winds.

Front

Does the sun heat Earth's land (soil), air, and water differently?

Back

Yes, soil heats faster than water, and air takes the longest to heat.

Front

Name the season that is the warmest.

Back

Summer.

Front

What is the name of the tool that measures temperature?

Back

Thermometer.

Front

What is the water cycle?

Back

The water cycle is the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth.

Front

What are the three states of matter?

Back

Solid, liquid, and gas.

Front

How does temperature affect the state of matter?

Back

Increasing temperature can change solids to liquids (melting) and liquids to gases (evaporation).

Front

What is the role of the sun in the water cycle?

Back

The sun provides energy for evaporation, which is a key process in the water cycle.

Front

What is the difference between weather and climate?

Back

Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to long-term patterns of temperature and precipitation.