UIL practice test Flashcard

Front

What do gazelles do in response to a drought?

Back

They are likely to migrate a farther distance.

Front

Which of the following is not an element?

Back

Water is not an element.

Front

Why is radiant energy necessary in photosynthesis?

Back

The process cannot occur without sunlight.

Front

What does a negative slope on a speed-time graph indicate?

Back

It indicates that an object is slowing down.

Front

What type of material is not a good conductor of electricity and is not ductile?

Back

It is most likely a non-metal.

Front

Define 'element'.

Back

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

Front

What is photosynthesis?

Back

Photosynthesis is the process by which plants use sunlight to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose.

Front

What does a positive slope on a speed-time graph indicate?

Back

It indicates that an object is speeding up.

Front

What is a non-metal?

Back

A non-metal is an element that is typically not a good conductor of heat and electricity.

Front

What is the role of sunlight in photosynthesis?

Back

Sunlight provides the energy needed for the process.