Unit 1 Test Review - PhySci

A student is investigating how the concentration of salt in water affects its boiling point. In each trial, she uses 200 milliliters of water and heats it until it boils. Match the variables with the part of the experiment they represent.

• control variable

• the amount of heat applied

• dependent variable

• the concentration of salt

• independent variable

• the boiling point of water

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

NGSS.MS-PS3-4

What is a key feature of a universal law?

• It applies universally without exception.

• It applies only in certain situations.

• It is subject to change over time.

• It is dependent on specific conditions.

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NGSS.HS-PS2-1

What is a key characteristic of scientific models?

• They are always perfect representations.

• They are static and unchanging.

• They evolve with new evidence.

• They are only used in theoretical research.

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NGSS.MS-ETS1-4

Determine each variable in an experiment where the bounce height of different balls are measured.

• type of ball

• control variable

• height of the bounce

• dependent variable

• height ball is dropped from

• independent variable

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NGSS.MS-PS2-2

NGSS.MS-PS3-1

Which of the following best describes the scope of physical science?

• the study of matter, energy, and their interactions

• the study of living organisms and their environments

• the study of celestial bodies and the universe

• the study of human behavior and societies

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NGSS.MS-PS1-2

NGSS.MS-PS1-4

NGSS.MS-PS2-1

NGSS.MS-PS3-1

Match the tool to what it can measure.

• time

• stopwatch

• length

• graduated cylinder

• mass

• scale

• volume

• thermometer

• temperature

• metric ruler

Which example represents a closed system ?

• an uncapped soda bottle

• a capped thermos

• a pot of boiling water

• an aquarium

A theory ​​ (a)   while a law ​ (b)  

• explains a phenomenon
• makes a statement about a phenomenon

Convert 260 centimeters to meters.

Mathematical Equivalence

ON

How many milliliters are in 6.2 liters?

Mathematical Equivalence

ON