Middle School Science Praxis

Front

What is a prevailing wind?

Back

A prevailing wind blows from one direction more frequently than others.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Front

What is the percent difference between the known value and its measured value called?

Back

It is called the percent error.

Front

How do you calculate the volume of a rectangular box?

Back

Volume = height × width × length.

Front

If a shoe box measures 6 cm high, 7 cm wide, and 20 cm long, what is its volume?

Back

840 cubic cm.

Front

What type of air pressure rotates counterclockwise?

Back

Low-pressure.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Front

What tool is used to measure the volume of a liquid?

Back

Graduated cylinder.

Front

What is air pressure?

Back

Air pressure is the force exerted by the weight of air above a surface.

Front

What is the difference between high-pressure and low-pressure systems?

Back

High-pressure systems are associated with clear skies, while low-pressure systems often bring clouds and precipitation.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Front

What is the formula for calculating percent error?

Back

Percent Error = |(Measured Value - Known Value) / Known Value| × 100%.

Front

What is the role of a graduated cylinder in experiments?

Back

A graduated cylinder is used to accurately measure the volume of liquids.