Science Review 5th grade

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What are insulators?

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Materials that do not allow electricity or heat to pass through easily. Examples include plastic and rubber.

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What are the poles of a magnet?

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The two ends of a magnet where the magnetic force is strongest, called North and South.

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What is erosion?

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The process by which soil and rock are removed from the Earth's surface by wind or water.

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What is deposition?

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The process by which sediments, soil, and rocks are added to a landform or land mass.

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What is a temporary magnet?

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A magnet that only works when an electric current is applied, such as an electromagnet.

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What causes the deposition of sand at a delta?

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River water slows down as it enters the ocean, causing sand to settle.

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering is the breaking down of rocks, while erosion is the movement of those broken pieces.

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What is a magnet?

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An object that produces a magnetic field, attracting certain metals like iron.

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What is the role of gravity in erosion?

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Gravity pulls rocks and soil down slopes, contributing to erosion.

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What is sediment?

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Small particles of rock and soil that are carried by water, wind, or ice.