Quarterly Assessment 2 Review

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What material should Andrea use for a mug that holds hot liquids, keeps the drink hot, and has a cool exterior?

Back

Plastic is the best material for this mug because it can insulate hot liquids while keeping the outside cool to touch.

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How does energy in ocean waves change as they reach the shore?

Back

Energy in waves is transferred to both the rocks and the sand as they approach the shore.

Front

What pattern is observed in daylight hours during cooler months?

Back

In the cooler months, there are fewer minutes of daylight each day.

Front

What question can James's investigation with marbles answer?

Back

Do collisions transfer energy?

Front

How does electrical energy travel in a closed circuit?

Back

It travels from the battery through the wire, light bulb, and closed switch, then back to the battery.

Front

What is a closed circuit?

Back

A closed circuit is a complete electrical loop that allows current to flow.

Front

What happens to energy during a collision?

Back

Energy is transferred from one object to another during a collision.

Front

What is the role of insulation in a mug?

Back

Insulation helps keep hot liquids hot while preventing the outside from getting too hot to touch.

Front

What is the relationship between wave energy and distance from the shore?

Back

As waves approach the shore, their energy is transferred to the land, reducing the energy of the waves.

Front

What is the significance of recording sunrise and sunset times?

Back

Recording these times helps understand patterns in daylight hours throughout the year.