5th Grade Science Test Prep

An apple tree converts light energy, water, and carbon dioxide into sugar. Which best explains this activity?

• The light energy was converted into potential energy through a physical change.
• A physical change of a solution was formed.
• A chemical change occurred since a new substance was formed.
• A physical change of a mixture was formed.

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On Earth, gravity is a _______ .

• Push towards the west
• Pull towards the east
• Push away from its center
• Pull towards its center

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What best provides the energy needed for moss to produce food?

• Carbon Dioxide
• Water
• Oxygen
• Sunlight

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A tropical rainforest has more life than a dry desert since it can obtain ___________ more easily than a dry desert.

• Sunlight & Energy
• Water & Sunlight
• Air & Water
• Air & Sunlight

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The Sun is the closest star located by Earth. Which of the following is best linked to this location

• The Sun is the brightest star in the sky on Earth.
• The Sun has more mass than any other star in the universe.
• The Sun has more volume than other stars in the galaxy.
• The Sun’s gravitational push allows Earth to orbit it.

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What best explains what happens when high pressure meets low pressure in our atmosphere?

• Earthquakes
• Wind
• High Tides
• Landslides

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What does fungus and bacteria give to soil which plants use to make food?

• Organic Matter
• Sunlight
• Light Energy
• Nutrients

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Which of the following would help preserve the organisms in a jungle ecosystem?

• Mining & Oil Extraction
• Logging & Poaching
• Prohibit Hunting & Construction
• Cattle Ranching & Fires

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Julia places the same type of sunflowers in three different types of soil. She measures their growth every morning for two months. Which of the following describes the growth of the sunflowers?

• Independent Variable
• Dependent Variable
• Controlled Variable
• Conclusion

Which of the following would best describe a mixture?

• Hydrogen and oxygen forming into water.
• Placing sand and sugar in a jar, and shaking the jar.
• Pouring vinegar in a glass which has baking soda in it.
• Cooking eggs in a pan on the stove.