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Growth of Organisms

Growth of Organisms

Assessment

Flashcard

Science

7th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

NGSS
MS-LS1-5, MS-LS1-6, MS-LS4-4

+2

Standards-aligned

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an environmental factor in the growth of organisms?

Back

An environmental factor is a condition or element in the environment that affects the growth and development of organisms, such as soil type, water availability, and light exposure.

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS1-5

NGSS.MS-LS2-1

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a genetic factor in the growth of organisms?

Back

A genetic factor refers to the inherited traits and characteristics that influence the growth and development of an organism, such as height, color, and resistance to diseases.

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS1-5

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Define phototropism.

Back

Phototropism is the growth movement of a plant in response to light, where plants grow towards the light source.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the three essential conditions for optimal growth of organisms?

Back

Nutrients, water, and sunlight are essential for the optimal growth of organisms.

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS1-5

NGSS.MS-LS2-1

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do roots of trees competing for water illustrate an environmental factor?

Back

Roots competing for water demonstrate an environmental factor because the availability of water in the soil affects the growth and survival of the trees.

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS1-5

NGSS.MS-LS2-1

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What role does sunlight play in the growth of plants?

Back

Sunlight is crucial for photosynthesis, the process by which plants convert light energy into chemical energy, enabling growth.

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS1-6

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the significance of soil pH in plant growth?

Back

Soil pH affects nutrient availability and microbial activity in the soil, influencing plant growth and health.

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS1-5

NGSS.MS-LS2-1

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