5th-Grade Science STAAR Review

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What are the two forms of energy compared in the investigation of speeding up evaporation?

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Mechanical and thermal energy.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-4

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What is the main difference between weather and climate?

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Climate describes long-term conditions over an entire region, while weather describes short-term conditions.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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Which material is best for insulating electrical wires?

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Plastic is the best material for insulating electrical wires.

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What types of energy are involved in the process of laser cutting metal?

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The types of energy involved include light energy and thermal energy.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-3

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NGSS.MS-PS4-2

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What kinds of energy are needed to change the states of matter of a candle?

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Electrical and thermal energy are needed to change the states of matter of a candle.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

NGSS.MS-PS3-4

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Define evaporation.

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Evaporation is the process by which liquid water turns into water vapor.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-3

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What is mechanical energy?

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Mechanical energy is the sum of potential energy and kinetic energy in an object.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-5

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What is the definition of climate?

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Climate is the average weather conditions in a particular area over a long period.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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What is the definition of weather?

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Weather is the state of the atmosphere at a specific time and place.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5