Science STAAR Review

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How are igneous rocks formed?

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Igneous rocks are formed when magma from a volcanic eruption cools and hardens.

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What is an omnivore?

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An omnivore is an animal that eats both plants and animals, such as a dog.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A hypothesis is a statement that predicts the outcome of an experiment and tells what the experiment will be testing.

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What role do decomposers play in a food chain?

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Decomposers break down dead organisms and return nutrients to the soil, completing the food chain.

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What happens if the rubber covering on an electrical cord is missing?

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If the rubber covering is missing, a person plugging in the appliance could feel an electric shock.

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What is the primary source of energy for all food chains?

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The primary source of energy for all food chains is the sun.

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What is the difference between a producer and a consumer?

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Producers make their own food (like plants), while consumers eat other organisms for energy.

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Why is it important to conduct experiments?

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Experiments help us test hypotheses and learn more about how things work.

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What is the water cycle?

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

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What is the function of roots in plants?

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Roots anchor the plant in the ground and absorb water and nutrients from the soil.