3rd Grade MYF Spiral Review

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What type of soil holds the LEAST amount of water?

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Sand is the type of soil that holds the least amount of water.

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What is a characteristic of a rock that has been in the ocean for a long time?

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A rock that is smooth and round is a characteristic of a rock that has been in the ocean for a long time.

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Why do scientists study fossils?

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Scientists study fossils to learn about living things that no longer exist.

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What does a thermometer measure?

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A thermometer measures temperature.

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What causes rocks to become smooth?

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Water waves and wind passing over the rocks smooth the surfaces.

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What is loam?

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Loam is a type of soil that is a mixture of sand, silt, and clay.

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the process of water moving from the ground to the sky and back again.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from the Earth's surface.

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What is a fossil?

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A fossil is the preserved remains or traces of a living thing from the past.

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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.