5th Grade Science review

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What causes certain constellations to be visible only during part of the year?

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Earth's revolution around the Sun causes different constellations to be visible at different times of the year.

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What is mechanical energy?

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Mechanical energy is the energy associated with the motion and position of an object.

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What is light energy?

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Light energy is a form of energy that is visible to the human eye and is produced by sources like the Sun, light bulbs, and fire.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process by which water changes from a liquid to a gas, usually due to heat.

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What do all planets have in common?

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All planets revolve (orbit) around stars.

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What is the process of condensation?

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Condensation is the process by which water vapor in the air cools and changes back into liquid water.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

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What is runoff?

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Runoff is the water that flows over the ground surface and returns to rivers, lakes, and oceans.

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What is the difference between rotation and revolution?

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Rotation is the spinning of an object around its own axis, while revolution is the movement of an object around another object.

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What is the Sun's role in the solar system?

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The Sun is the central star of our solar system, providing light and heat that supports life on Earth.