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What state of matter has the most energy?

Back

Gas

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What do sea cucumber larvae prefer as a substrate?

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Sea grass leaves over all other substrates.

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What increases the solubility of salt in water?

Back

Increasing temperature.

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What is the effect of sea level rise on salt marsh sparrow populations?

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The data is inconclusive whether rising sea level affects salt marsh sparrow populations.

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What is an example of a continuous variable?

Back

Temperature.

Front

Define solubility.

Back

The ability of a substance to dissolve in a solvent at a given temperature and pressure.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A testable prediction about the relationship between two or more variables.

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What is the difference between a dependent and independent variable?

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The independent variable is manipulated, while the dependent variable is measured.

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What is the significance of temperature in marine environments?

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Temperature affects the metabolic rates of marine organisms and their distribution.

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What is the role of photosynthesis in marine ecosystems?

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Photosynthesis converts solar energy into chemical energy, supporting the food web.