STAAR Science Review

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What is the primary function of the circulatory system?

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The transport of nutrients, water, and oxygen to body cells.

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What are the properties of noble gases like neon, argon, and krypton?

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Gaseous at room temperature and chemically stable.

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What is net force?

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The overall force acting on an object when all the individual forces are combined.

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What keeps planets in orbit around the sun?

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Gravity.

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What is inertia?

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The tendency of an object to resist changes in its state of motion.

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What is the role of gravity in the solar system?

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It keeps planets in orbit and prevents them from moving in straight lines.

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What is the definition of a force?

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A push or pull that can cause an object to accelerate.

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What is the difference between mass and weight?

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Mass is the amount of matter in an object, while weight is the force of gravity acting on that mass.

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What is the scientific method?

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A systematic process for investigating phenomena, acquiring new knowledge, or correcting and integrating previous knowledge.

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What is kinetic energy?

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The energy an object possesses due to its motion.