5.8, 5.7, and 5.2 Science SOL Review

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What type of rocks are fossils normally found in?

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Sedimentary rocks are the type of rocks where fossils are commonly found.

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What type of energy is a marble rolling down the aisle of your science classroom?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of motion, which is what a rolling marble has.

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What is the solid sphere at the center of the Earth made of iron and nickel called?

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The Earth's Inner core is the solid sphere at the center of the Earth.

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What type of rocks are formed by heat and pressure?

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Metamorphic rocks are formed by heat and pressure.

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What is a substance that does not have a definite shape or volume?

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A gas is a substance that does not have a definite shape or volume.

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What are the three main types of rocks?

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The three main types of rocks are igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic.

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What is the process called when rocks are broken down into smaller pieces?

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Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces.

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What is the outermost layer of the Earth called?

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The Earth's crust is the outermost layer.

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What type of energy is stored in an object due to its position?

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Potential energy is the energy stored in an object due to its position.

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What is the layer of the Earth located between the crust and the inner core?

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The Earth's mantle is located between the crust and the inner core.