STAAR Grade 5 Science Practice Assessment

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What is density?

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Density is the mass of an object divided by its volume. It determines whether an object will float or sink in a fluid.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process by which water vapor in the air cools and changes into liquid water, forming droplets.

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What is the life cycle of a chicken?

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The life cycle of a chicken includes the stages of egg, chick, and adult chicken.

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What is the life cycle of a dog?

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The life cycle of a dog includes the stages of puppy, adolescent, and adult dog.

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What is competition in ecology?

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Competition occurs when two or more organisms vie for the same resources, such as food, space, or nutrients.

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What is a food web?

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A food web is a complex network of feeding relationships among organisms in an ecosystem.

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What is a food chain?

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A food chain is a linear sequence of organisms through which nutrients and energy pass as one organism eats another.

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What is the role of producers in an ecosystem?

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Producers, like plants, create their own food through photosynthesis and provide energy for consumers.

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What is the role of consumers in an ecosystem?

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Consumers are organisms that eat other organisms for energy, including herbivores, carnivores, and omnivores.

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What is the significance of the black walnut tree's chemical release?

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The chemical released by black walnut trees helps reduce competition for space and nutrients from nearby plants.