Science Diagnostic Test

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What is the average surface temperature comparison between Mars and Saturn?

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Mars has a higher average surface temperature than Saturn because it is closer to the Sun.

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What does a model of tectonic plate movement help us understand?

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It helps us understand how mountains are formed by displaying details that cannot be seen in a drawing.

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What is an example of kinetic energy changing to potential energy?

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The ball rolling uphill to a stop is an example of kinetic energy changing to potential energy.

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What do all living organisms have in common?

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All living organisms contain at least one cell.

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Through which material do sound waves travel the fastest?

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Sound waves travel fastest through concrete.

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What is an astronomical unit (AU)?

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An astronomical unit (AU) is the average distance from the Earth to the Sun, approximately 93 million miles.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy an object has due to its motion.

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What is potential energy?

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Potential energy is the stored energy in an object due to its position or state.

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What are tectonic plates?

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Tectonic plates are large sections of the Earth's crust that move and interact with each other.

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How are mountains formed?

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Mountains are formed by the collision and movement of tectonic plates.