4th Grade Analyzing Science Data

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What is hardness in minerals?

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Hardness is a measure of how resistant a mineral is to being scratched. It is often tested using the Mohs scale, which ranks minerals from 1 (softest) to 10 (hardest).

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Which mineral is the hardest?

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Diamond is the hardest mineral, rated a 10 on the Mohs scale.

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What is a bar graph?

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A bar graph is a visual representation of data using bars of different heights or lengths to compare values across categories.

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What does it mean if a mineral can scratch another mineral?

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If a mineral can scratch another, it means it is harder than that mineral according to the Mohs scale.

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What is the purpose of using a thermometer in experiments?

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A thermometer is used to measure temperature, which can affect the results of scientific experiments.

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What is the principle of buoyancy?

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Buoyancy is the ability of an object to float in a fluid. An object will float if it displaces a volume of fluid equal to its weight.

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What is the difference between a solid and a liquid?

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Solids have a definite shape and volume, while liquids have a definite volume but take the shape of their container.

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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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What is a mineral?

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A mineral is a naturally occurring, inorganic solid with a definite chemical composition and a crystalline structure.

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What is the role of a ruler in scientific investigations?

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A ruler is used to measure length or distance accurately in experiments.