Materials Science Test

A natural material is a kind of technology.

• True

• False

Polyester and nylon are examples of synthetic materials called ceramics.

• True

• False

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NGSS.MS-PS1-3

Any physical matter that is obtained or made from plants, animals, or the ground is a natural material.

• True

• False

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NGSS.MS-PS1-3

Clearing a rainforest to grow palm oil results in more habitat for animals.

• True

• False

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NGSS.MS-LS2-4

Which of the following is a natural material?

• A) cement

• B) cotton

• C) polyester

• D) nylon

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NGSS.MS-PS1-3

Which of the following is a synthetic material?

• A) wool

• B) silk

• C) rubber

• D) Gold

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NGSS.MS-PS1-3

Which is a property of a ceramic?

• A) flexible

• B) soft

• C) reflective

• D) insulating

Which natural material is most often used to make paper?

• A) wood

• B) wool

• C) flax

• D) silk

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NGSS.MS-PS1-3

Which of the following is a by-product of ethanol production?

• A) ethanol

• B) carbon dioxide

• C) glucose

• D) water

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NGSS.HS-LS2-3

Which of the following is NOT a key reason that plastics can harm the environment?

• A) They are used to make disposable items, creating waste.

• B) They release poisons into the water supply.

• C) They last a long time in the environment.

• D) They can break down to form microplastics.