UIL practice test Flashcard

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What type of rock is formed when molten material cools and solidifies?

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Igneous rock is formed when molten material (magma or lava) cools and solidifies.

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What is an element?

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An element is a pure substance that cannot be broken down into simpler substances by chemical means.

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Which of the following is not an element: Sodium, Oxygen, Chlorine, Water?

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Water is not an element; it is a compound made of hydrogen and oxygen.

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What is a non-metal?

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Non-metals are elements that are generally poor conductors of heat and electricity and are not ductile.

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What type of waves can telescopes on Earth not observe due to atmospheric limitations?

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Telescopes on Earth cannot observe ultraviolet waves because they do not penetrate the atmosphere.

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What is the definition of metamorphic rock?

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Metamorphic rock is formed from existing rock that is changed by heat, pressure, or chemical processes.

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What is the difference between igneous and sedimentary rocks?

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Igneous rocks are formed from cooled molten material, while sedimentary rocks are formed from the accumulation of sediment.

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What is a metalloid?

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Metalloids are elements that have properties of both metals and non-metals.

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What is ductility?

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Ductility is the ability of a material to be stretched into a wire.

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What is conductivity?

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Conductivity is the ability of a material to conduct electricity or heat.