Big Idea 10-11 PM Review

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What happens to ice placed in the Sun compared to ice in the shade?

Back

Ice in the Sun melts more quickly because things heat up more quickly in the Sun than in the shade.

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What type of energy does a burning match produce besides light energy?

Back

A burning match produces thermal energy.

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What is the main goal of scientists when conducting investigations?

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The main goal is to answer questions about the natural world.

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What is an example of energy causing motion?

Back

A breeze pushes a swing back and forth.

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Which material would most likely cause a box to have the highest temperature on a sunny day?

Back

Aluminum would most likely cause the box to have the highest temperature.

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What is thermal energy?

Back

Thermal energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter.

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What is the scientific method?

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The scientific method is a systematic process used by scientists to conduct investigations and answer questions.

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What is the difference between potential energy and kinetic energy?

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Potential energy is stored energy based on position, while kinetic energy is the energy of motion.

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What is an example of gravitational energy?

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An example of gravitational energy is a rock held at the top of a hill.

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What is the role of observations in scientific investigations?

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Observations help scientists gather data and make conclusions about their experiments.