5th Science Benchmark, 1st Semester

Front

What is a physical property that describes how hot or cold an object is?

Back

Temperature

Front

What happens to a box sliding down a ramp when the force of friction is reduced?

Back

It will speed up the box because the force of friction will be reduced.

Front

What could happen if the rubber covering of an electrical cord is missing?

Back

The person plugging the appliance in would feel an electric shock.

Front

What is the state of matter that has a definite shape and volume?

Back

Solid

Front

Which of the following is a good insulator of electricity?

Back

Eraser

Front

What is the term for the amount of space an object occupies?

Back

Volume

Front

What is the force that opposes the motion of an object sliding on a surface?

Back

Friction

Front

What is the term for a material that does not allow electricity to flow through it easily?

Back

Insulator

Front

What is the process called when a solid turns into a liquid?

Back

Melting

Front

What is the term for the amount of matter in an object?

Back

Mass