6th Grade Science QA #2 Review

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What is Potential Energy?

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Potential Energy is the energy stored in an object due to its position or state. It is highest at the highest point of an object, like the top of a rollercoaster.

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Where is the greatest Potential Energy on a rollercoaster?

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At the highest point, which is point W.

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What is Kinetic Energy?

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Kinetic Energy is the energy of an object in motion. It increases as the speed of the object increases.

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Where is maximum Kinetic Energy on a rollercoaster?

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Near the bottom of a big hill.

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What are Metalloids?

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Metalloids are elements that have properties of both metals and nonmetals. They are found on the stairstep line of the Periodic Table.

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Where are Metalloids located on the Periodic Table?

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On the stairsteps between metals and nonmetals.

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What is a Nonmetal?

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Nonmetals are elements that are typically poor conductors of heat and electricity, and they can be gases or brittle solids.

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How would Neon be classified?

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Neon is classified as a Nonmetal.

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What is the classification of Boron?

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Boron is classified as a Metalloid.

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What is the significance of the Periodic Table?

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The Periodic Table organizes elements based on their properties and atomic structure, helping to predict their behavior.