Middle School Science Review

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Where does new oceanic crust form as a result of sea-floor spreading?

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New oceanic crust forms along mid-ocean ridges.

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What is the term used to describe a change in position?

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The term used to describe a change in position is motion.

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What is a form of stored chemical energy made in the mitochondria?

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ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate) is a form of stored chemical energy made in the mitochondria.

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What is the process called when heat is transferred through the movement of water?

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The process is called convection.

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What factor affects how much energy a surface absorbs or reflects?

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The color of the surface affects how much energy it absorbs or reflects.

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What is the definition of tectonic plates?

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Tectonic plates are large sections of the Earth's crust that move and interact with each other.

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What is the definition of sea-floor spreading?

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Sea-floor spreading is the process by which new oceanic crust is created at mid-ocean ridges.

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What is the definition of motion in science?

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Motion is the change in position of an object over time.

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What is convection?

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Convection is the transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (liquids or gases).

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What is the role of ATP in cells?

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ATP provides energy for various cellular processes.