6th Grade Finals Corrections

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What is hydropower?

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Hydropower is energy derived from the movement of water, typically used in dams to generate electricity.

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What surface negatively affects water quality?

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Bare ground negatively affects water quality as it can lead to erosion and runoff.

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What is a warm front?

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A warm front is a boundary between a warm air mass and a cold air mass, where the warm air rises over the cold air.

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What do solar panels do?

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Solar panels transform light energy from the sun into electrical energy.

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What is a fossil fuel?

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Fossil fuels are natural substances formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals, used as energy sources.

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Which resource is NOT a fossil fuel?

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Nuclear energy is not a fossil fuel; it is generated from nuclear reactions.

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What is the main use of geothermal energy?

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Geothermal energy is used for heating and electricity generation by harnessing heat from the Earth's interior.

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What is the difference between renewable and non-renewable resources?

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Renewable resources can be replenished naturally (like solar and wind), while non-renewable resources (like coal and oil) cannot.

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What is the role of wind turbines?

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Wind turbines convert kinetic energy from wind into mechanical energy, which can be used to generate electricity.

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous process of water movement through evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and collection.