1st Semester Review: STEMscopes

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What is a spring tide?

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A tide that occurs when the Sun, Moon, and Earth are aligned.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

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What is the definition of velocity?

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The rate of change in position with respect to time and the specific direction an object is traveling; an example is 3 meters per second (m/s), forward.

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What does rotation mean?

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Making a complete spin on an axis.

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How can the gravitational attraction between the Sun and Venus be increased?

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By reducing the distance between the Sun and Venus.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-2

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What is a force?

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A push or a pull on an object.

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NGSS.MS-PS2-2

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What is the difference between speed and velocity?

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Speed is the rate of motion without direction, while velocity includes direction.

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What is gravitational force?

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The attraction between two objects due to their mass.

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NGSS.MS-PS2-4

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What is the role of the Sun in the solar system?

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The Sun is the central star that provides light and heat, influencing the orbits of planets.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

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What is the definition of orbit?

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The curved path of an object around a star, planet, or moon.

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What is acceleration?

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The rate of change of velocity of an object.