Final: S1 ESS (4th Period)

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What determines the color of a star?

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The color of a star is determined by its temperature.

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What are gases that trap heat near Earth called?

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Gases such as water vapor and carbon dioxide that trap heat near Earth are known as greenhouse gases.

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What human activity contributes to climate change besides burning fossil fuels?

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Deforestation (cutting down trees) is a human activity that contributes to climate change.

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Who proposed the concept of an expanding universe?

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Edwin Hubble proposed the concept of an expanding universe, which forms the basis of the Big Bang theory.

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Which planet takes the least amount of time to revolve around the Sun?

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Mercury takes the least amount of time to revolve around the Sun.

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Define greenhouse gases.

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Greenhouse gases are gases that trap heat in the atmosphere, contributing to the greenhouse effect.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The greenhouse effect is the warming of Earth's surface due to the trapping of heat by greenhouse gases.

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Name one effect of climate change.

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One effect of climate change is the increase in global temperatures.

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What is deforestation?

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Deforestation is the process of clearing forests or trees, often resulting in damage to the quality of the land.

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Who is known for the laws of motion and universal gravitation?

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Isaac Newton is known for the laws of motion and universal gravitation.