6th Grade Semester Exam Review

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What is a liquid?

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A state of matter where particles are loosely packed and can flow.

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What is a nonmetal?

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A type of element that is typically dull, brittle, and a poor conductor of heat.

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What is potential energy?

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The energy stored in an object due to its position or state.

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What is kinetic energy?

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The energy an object has due to its motion.

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What is gravity?

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The force that pulls objects toward each other, keeping us grounded on Earth.

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What are unbalanced forces?

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Forces that cause a change in an object's motion.

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What is the difference between mass and weight?

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Mass is the amount of matter in an object, while weight is the force of gravity acting on that mass.

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What is friction?

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A force that opposes the motion of an object when it is in contact with another surface.

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What is magnetism?

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A force that can attract or repel certain materials, such as iron.

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What is a solid?

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A state of matter where particles are tightly packed and have a fixed shape.