8th grade Fall Semester Review

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What causes waves in the ocean?

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Waves in the ocean are primarily caused by wind.

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What is a tornado?

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A tornado is a rotating funnel-shaped cloud with strong winds and thunderstorms.

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What is a carnivore?

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A carnivore is an animal that eats only meat.

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What does a wind vane measure?

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A wind vane measures the speed of the wind.

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What causes day and night?

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Day and night are caused by the Earth spinning/rotating.

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What is the role of the gravitational pull of the moon?

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The gravitational pull of the moon causes tides in the ocean.

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What is the difference between a hurricane and a tornado?

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A hurricane is a large storm system that forms over warm ocean waters, while a tornado is a smaller, more localized storm that forms from severe thunderstorms.

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth.

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What is an ecosystem?

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An ecosystem is a community of living organisms interacting with their environment.

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants use sunlight to synthesize foods with the help of chlorophyll.