Practice Science TCAP

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What are inner planets?

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Inner planets are the four planets closest to the Sun: Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars. They are rocky and have solid surfaces.

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous process by which water moves from the Earth's surface to the atmosphere and back again, including processes like evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants use sunlight to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose (sugar) and oxygen.

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What is a property of a material?

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A property of a material is a characteristic that can be observed or measured, such as color, hardness, or state (solid, liquid, gas).

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What is the main source of energy for photosynthesis?

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The main source of energy for photosynthesis is sunlight.

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What are the three states of matter?

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The three states of matter are solid, liquid, and gas.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process by which liquid water turns into water vapor (gas) when it is heated.

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What is condensation?

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

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

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What is a planet?

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A planet is a large celestial body that orbits a star, such as the Sun, and does not produce its own light.