5th Grade Science STAAR Released Test

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What is work in physics?

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Work is done when a force causes an object to move in the direction of the force. It is calculated as the product of force and distance.

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What is the role of a tail fin in bony fish?

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The tail fin helps bony fish swim efficiently and change direction quickly due to its muscular control.

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter. It is the total kinetic energy of particles in an object.

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How do glaciers shape valleys?

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Glaciers shape valleys by eroding the land as they move, creating U-shaped valleys through the process of glacial erosion.

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What is an alternative resource?

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An alternative resource is a source of energy that is different from traditional fossil fuels, such as wood, solar, or wind energy.

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What is the difference between potential and kinetic energy?

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Potential energy is stored energy based on an object's position, while kinetic energy is the energy of motion.

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth, including processes like evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

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What is the importance of energy conservation?

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Energy conservation is important because it helps reduce energy consumption, lowers costs, and minimizes environmental impact.

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What are renewable resources?

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Renewable resources are natural resources that can be replenished naturally over time, such as solar energy, wind energy, and biomass.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from the Earth's surface by natural processes such as wind or water flow.