5th Grade Science Prep

What is photosynthesis?

• Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants use sunlight to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.

• Photosynthesis is the process by which animals convert food into energy.

• Photosynthesis is the method by which plants absorb nutrients from the soil.

• Photosynthesis is the way in which plants reproduce sexually.

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What is a constellation?

• A group of stars that form a recognizable pattern in the night sky.

• A type of planet that orbits a star.

• A collection of galaxies in the universe.

• A phenomenon that occurs during a solar eclipse.

What is one way to reduce landfill waste at school?

• Adding recycle bins for paper in classrooms.

• Encouraging students to bring lunch in disposable containers.

• Using plastic utensils for all meals.

• Throwing away all food waste in the trash.

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What causes the apparent movement of stars in the night sky?

• The rotation of the Earth on its axis.

• The orbit of the Earth around the Sun.

• The gravitational pull of the Moon.

• The movement of stars themselves through space.

What do plants need for photosynthesis?

• Sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide

• Oxygen, nitrogen, and sunlight

• Soil nutrients, water, and oxygen

• Carbon monoxide, sunlight, and minerals

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What is a mixture?

• A mixture is a combination of two or more substances that are not chemically bonded together.

• A mixture is a single substance made up of only one type of molecule.

• A mixture is a chemical reaction between two or more elements.

• A mixture is a solution where one substance completely dissolves in another.

What is landfill waste?

• Landfill waste is recyclable materials that can be reused.

• Landfill waste is organic matter that decomposes naturally.

• Landfill waste is garbage that is disposed of in a landfill, which is a site for the disposal of waste materials.

• Landfill waste is hazardous materials that require special handling.

What is the rotation of the Earth?

• The rotation of the Earth is the spinning of the Earth on its axis, which causes day and night.

• The rotation of the Earth is the movement of the Earth around the Sun.

• The rotation of the Earth is the change of seasons throughout the year.

• The rotation of the Earth is the gravitational pull of the Moon on the Earth.

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How can you separate iron filings from sand?

• By using water to wash them away.

• By using a magnet to attract the iron filings.

• By heating the mixture until it melts.

• By using a sieve to filter them out.

What is the role of sunlight in a food web?

• Sunlight provides energy for plants, which are the primary producers in a food web.

• Sunlight is used by animals to digest food.

• Sunlight helps in the decomposition of organic matter.

• Sunlight has no significant role in a food web.

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