Science SOL Mock C

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What is a plant cell?

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A plant cell is a type of cell that has a cell wall and chloroplasts, which are not found in animal cells.

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What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

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The nucleus is the control center of the cell, containing DNA and regulating cell activities.

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What is the difference between observation and inference?

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Observation is gathering information through the senses, while inference is a conclusion drawn from observations.

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What is the inner core of the Earth?

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The inner core is the solid, innermost layer of the Earth, made primarily of iron and nickel.

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What is refraction of light?

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Refraction of light is the bending of light as it passes from one medium to another, causing objects to appear different in water.

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What causes seawater to be denser than freshwater?

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Seawater is denser than freshwater due to its higher salinity, which means it has more dissolved salts.

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What is the crust of the Earth?

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The crust is the outermost layer of the Earth, consisting of solid rock and soil.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A hypothesis is a testable prediction about the relationship between two or more variables.

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What is an observation in science?

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An observation is a statement based on what one sees, hears, or measures.

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What is the mantle of the Earth?

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The mantle is the layer of the Earth between the crust and the core, made of semi-solid rock.