3rd Grade MYF Spiral Review

Front

What is sunlight's effect on temperature?

Back

Sunlight warms objects, so areas receiving more sunlight will have higher temperatures.

Front

What do scientists study fossils for?

Back

To learn about living things that no longer exist.

Front

What is an insulator?

Back

An insulator is a material that stops heat from moving in or out.

Front

How does wind contribute to weathering?

Back

Wind picks up sand and smashes it against rocks, causing them to wear away.

Front

What is the freezing point of water in Fahrenheit?

Back

32 °F.

Front

What is the boiling point of water in Fahrenheit?

Back

212 °F.

Front

What is the purpose of a thermometer?

Back

A thermometer measures temperature.

Front

What happens to temperature when an object absorbs heat?

Back

The temperature of the object increases.

Front

What is the role of sunlight in the water cycle?

Back

Sunlight helps evaporate water, turning it into vapor.

Front

What is the difference between weather and climate?

Back

Weather is the short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate is the long-term average of weather.