8th Grade Science Final

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What is the most accurate position to measure the volume of water in a graduated cylinder?

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Position 3 is the most accurate position to measure the volume of water.

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What is an inherited trait?

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An inherited trait is a characteristic passed from parents to offspring, such as eye color.

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Why do peppered moths have coloring similar to the trees they live on?

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The coloring makes the moths harder to see, providing camouflage from predators.

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What is a Full Moon?

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A Full Moon is a lunar phase when the Moon is fully illuminated as seen from Earth.

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What are biotic factors in an ecosystem?

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Biotic factors are the living components of an ecosystem, such as elephants, plants, and trees.

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What is the definition of a graduated cylinder?

Back

A graduated cylinder is a laboratory instrument used to measure the volume of a liquid.

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What is the significance of camouflage in animals?

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Camouflage helps animals avoid detection by predators, increasing their chances of survival.

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What are the phases of the Moon?

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The phases of the Moon include New Moon, Waxing Crescent, First Quarter, Waxing Gibbous, Full Moon, Waning Gibbous, Last Quarter, and Waning Crescent.

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What is the difference between biotic and abiotic factors?

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Biotic factors are living organisms in an ecosystem, while abiotic factors are non-living elements like sunlight, water, and air.

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What is an example of a trait that is not inherited?

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A hairstyle is an example of a trait that is not inherited; it is influenced by personal choice.