G5 U5 W3 Vocab quiz

What does the word "atmosphere" refer to in a scientific context?

• The layer of gases surrounding a planet.

• A type of weather pattern.

• The surface of the Earth.

• A measurement of temperature.

What does the term "decays" mean when talking about organic material?

• It grows rapidly.

• It changes color.

• It breaks down into simpler substances.

• It freezes.

What does "gradual" mean?

• Happening quickly.

• Not happening at all.

• Happening in small stages over time.

• Happening once and then stopping.

What does "impact" mean in the context of an event affecting something?

• The ability to float in water.

• A type of dance.

• The effect or influence of one thing on another.

• A loud noise.

What are "variations"?

• Things that cannot change.

• Differences or changes in something.

• A group of identical items.

• The process of cleaning something.

What does "stability" refer to?

• The condition of being easily changed.

• The state of being strong and not likely to change.

• The process of falling apart.

• A type of movement.

What does "noticeably" mean?

• In a way that cannot be seen or felt.

• In a way that is difficult to understand.

• In a way that attracts a lot of attention.

• In a way that is easily seen or noticed.

What does "receding" mean when referring to something moving away?

• Moving towards.

• Staying in the same place.

• Moving backward or away from a previous position.

• Growing larger.

Which word best describes a change that happens so slowly it's hard to notice at first?

• Explosive

• Gradual

• Instantaneous

• Abrupt

What does it mean if something has "variations" in temperature?

• The temperature stays the same.

• The temperature changes frequently.

• The temperature is always cold.

• The temperature is always hot.