Science Benchmark Review 1

Front

What are the layers of the atmosphere in order?

Back

Troposphere, Stratosphere, Mesosphere, Thermosphere, Exosphere

Front

What happens to the other light bulbs when one is removed from a parallel circuit?

Back

The other bulbs will stay on.

Front

How does a cold metal spoon behave when placed in hot soup?

Back

The heat from the soup is conducted through the spoon, making the spoon warmer.

Front

Why does a plant grow towards a window?

Back

The plant is responding to the stimulus of sunlight.

Front

Which two organisms are most closely related: Cat and Wolf, Cat and Fly, or Wolf and Fly?

Back

Cat and Wolf.

Front

What is conduction?

Back

Conduction is the transfer of heat through direct contact between materials.

Front

What is the role of sunlight in plant growth?

Back

Sunlight provides energy for photosynthesis, which is essential for plant growth.

Front

What is a parallel circuit?

Back

A parallel circuit is a type of electrical circuit where there are multiple paths for current to flow.

Front

What is the definition of a stimulus in biology?

Back

A stimulus is any change in the environment that causes a response in an organism.

Front

What is the function of the troposphere?

Back

The troposphere is the lowest layer of the atmosphere where weather occurs and where we live.