Ohio Science State Test Questions

The shaded area in the image is a field around a negatively charged particle. 4 positions are numbered. Which position should a positively charged particle be placed in order to maximize the strength of the electric force acting on the particle?

• position 1

• position 2

• position 3

• position 4

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Looking at the geologic column, which of the following choices would be the best choice for the type of environment that was the oldest?

• forest

• lake

• desert

• ocean

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Looking at the geologic column, which of the following choices would be the best choice for the type of environment that was the youngest?

• forest

• lake

• desert

• ocean

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Geothermal energy sources that can produce steam are located where bodies of magma are relatively close to Earth's surface. At which regions would these steam-producing energy sources occur?

• regions with very hot climates

• regions with stable continents

• regions with recent volcanic activity

• regions at latitudes close to the equator

Which of the following is an example of static electricity?

• A dry cell battery connected to wires lights up a light bulb

• A balloon sticks to a wall after it is rubbed with a piece of wool

• A magnet sticks to a refridgerator door made of metal

• a light switch that is turned on runs a ceiling fan

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When plants undergo photosythesis they produce--

• carbon dioxide

• oxygen

• hydrogen

• nitrogen

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The graphic shows the stages in the development of the solar system. Which statement best describes the process of the formation of the solar system?

• Gravity pulled the gas and dust together.

• A black hole pulled the gas and dust together.

• Magnetism attracted the gas and dust together.

• An explosion pushed the gas and dust together.

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What is the definition of EUTROPHICATION?

• Occurs when individuals leave a population.

• Relationship in which two or more organisms depend on the same limited resource.

• An interaction between two or more living things in which they are said to work together.

• Process in which organic matter and nutrients build up in a body of water.

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Which scientific discovery supports the claim that Earth has changed over time?

• Plants use sunlight to grow and create sugars.

• Oceans cover a majority of the surface of Earth.

• Animals can live in different climates on Earth.

• Rocks found on different mountains are different ages.

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Fossil evidence shows that Archaeopteryx, an ancient bird-like animal, had many reptile-like features including a long tail with many vertebrae and claws. Which conclusion does the fossil evidence support?

• Birds and reptiles laid eggs.

• Birds and reptiles had similar evolutionary beginnings.

• Birds and reptiles had similar behaviors.

• Birds and reptiles lived at the same time in the ancient past.

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