6th Grade Science Review Part 1

Scientific knowledge changes with:

• a new magazine

• careful reading of facts

• repeated experiments

• new evidence or new interpretations

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Which branch of science includes the study of magnetism?

• earth and space science

• life science

• physical science

• scientific literacy

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A meteorologist reports the weather forecast on the nightly news. To become a meteorologist a person must study:

• earth science

• astrophysics

• physical science

• life science

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The branch of science that includes the study of energy, motion, sound, light, electricity, and magnetism is:

• earth and space

• physical science

• life science

• computer science

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Which of the following would be considered a good model of Earth?

• a globe

• a bowl

• a bowl

• an apple

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Electricians must understand the properties of electricity to make sure houses and other buildings stay safe.  Electricians must be very knowledgeable about:

• life science

• earth science

• space science

• physical science

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Which of the following questions would be best answered by a scientific investigation?

• Does adding sugar to water keep flowers fresh longer?

• Which flower is prettier, daisies or roses?

• Do cats or dogs make better pets?

• Are friendlier people tall or short?

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Oxygen in the air or in the water can cause chemical weathering. The process when other chemicals combine with oxygen is called:

• precipitation

• abrasion

• oxidation

• exfoliation

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The process by which sediment and other materials are moved from one place to another is called:

• deposition

• erosion

• weathering

• sediment

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Mass movement is caused by:

• plucking and abrasion

• gravity

• chemical weathering

• erosion and deposition

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