NYS Intermediate Science Test 2018

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What instrument is used to measure wind speed?

Back

An anemometer is used to measure wind speed.

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What is an example of an organism responding to stimuli?

Back

A plant growing toward a light source is an example of responding to stimuli.

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What is the order of Earth components from solid to liquid to gas?

Back

The order is lithosphere (solid), hydrosphere (liquid), atmosphere (gas).

Front

What information does a pedigree chart organize?

Back

A pedigree chart organizes information about the passing of a trait from one generation to another.

Front

Why are Lystrosaurus fossils found on both Africa and South America?

Back

Both continents were once joined together.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-3

NGSS.MS-LS4-1

Front

What is the definition of hydrosphere?

Back

The hydrosphere is the combined mass of water found on, under, and above the surface of a planet.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Front

What is the definition of lithosphere?

Back

The lithosphere is the rigid outer layer of the Earth, consisting of the crust and upper mantle.

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What is the definition of atmosphere?

Back

The atmosphere is the layer of gases surrounding a planet.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Front

What is an example of a plant's response to environmental stimuli?

Back

A plant bending towards sunlight is an example of a response to environmental stimuli.

Front

What is the role of a barometer?

Back

A barometer is used to measure atmospheric pressure.