NJSLA-Science Practice test.

What is the water cycle?

• A continuous process by which water moves from the Earth's surface to the atmosphere and back, involving processes such as evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

• A method of storing water in underground reservoirs.

• A seasonal change in weather patterns affecting water distribution.

• A process that only occurs in tropical regions.

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What is evaporation?

• The process by which water changes from a liquid to a gas, typically occurring at higher temperatures.

• The process of water freezing into ice at low temperatures.

• The process of water being absorbed by soil and plants.

• The process of water being converted into steam for cooking.

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What is a lens?

• A device that amplifies sound waves.

• A transparent optical device that refracts light rays to converge or diverge them, forming images.

• A type of camera used for capturing images.

• A tool used for measuring distances.

What is the significance of colored lights in research?

• Colored lights can affect the behavior of animals, such as bats.

• Colored lights are used to enhance the aesthetic appeal of research environments.

• Colored lights have no impact on animal behavior.

• Colored lights are primarily used for human comfort in laboratories.

What is a genotype?

• A genotype is the physical appearance of an individual.

• A genotype is the genetic makeup of an individual, represented by the alleles inherited from their parents.

• A genotype refers to the environmental factors affecting an organism.

• A genotype is a type of mutation that occurs in DNA.

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What is the scientific method?

• A systematic approach to inquiry involving observation, hypothesis formulation, experimentation, and conclusion.

• A random guessing technique used in experiments.

• A method that relies solely on intuition and personal beliefs.

• A process that avoids any form of experimentation.

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What is runoff?

• The process of water evaporating from the soil

• The flow of water, usually from precipitation, that moves across the ground and returns to bodies of water.

• The absorption of water by plants

• The collection of water in underground aquifers.

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What is a hypothesis?

• A hypothesis is a guess made without evidence.

• A hypothesis is a testable statement or prediction about the relationship between two or more variables.

• A hypothesis is a conclusion drawn from data analysis.

• A hypothesis is an untestable theory.

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What is the purpose of a scientific study?

• To entertain the audience with interesting facts.

• To investigate a hypothesis, collect data, and draw conclusions based on evidence.

• To promote a specific theory without evidence.

• To summarize existing knowledge without conducting experiments.

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How do multicellular organisms move?

• By using cilia and flagella for propulsion.

• Through the extension and contraction of muscles.

• By floating in their environment without movement.

• Using chemical signals to direct movement.