Water, Health, and Ecosystems Review #2: 24-25

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Science
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8th Grade
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Amoy Scott
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is a basic characteristic of bacteria that distinguishes them from viruses?
Bacteria can reproduce on their own, while viruses need a host cell.
Bacteria are always harmful, while viruses are always helpful.
Bacteria are not living organisms, while viruses are living.
Bacteria do not have genetic material, while viruses do.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main function of producers in a food web?
Breaking down dead organisms
Making their own food through photosynthesis
Eating other animals for energy
Competing for shelter
Tags
NGSS.MS-LS1-6
NGSS.MS-LS2-3
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which physical factor is commonly measured to determine the potability of water in North Carolina?
Wind speed
Turbidity
Soil type
Air pressure
Tags
NGSS.MS-PS1-2
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the largest source of freshwater on Earth?
Oceans
Glaciers and ice caps
Rivers
Underground caves
Tags
NGSS.MS-ESS2-4
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
A student observes that a local pond has become cloudy and fish are dying. Which combination of water quality factors should the student test to help determine the cause?
Temperature, dissolved oxygen, and turbidity
Wind speed, soil pH, and sunlight
Air pressure, humidity, and rainfall
Rock type, soil color, and plant height
Tags
NGSS.MS-LS1-5
NGSS.MS-LS2-1
NGSS.MS-LS2-3
NGSS.MS-LS2-4
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
A community is experiencing an increase in cases of a disease caused by a parasite. Which prevention method would be most effective in reducing the spread?
Washing hands regularly and cooking food thoroughly
Taking antibiotics for all illnesses
Avoiding all contact with animals
Increasing the use of chemical fertilizers
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
If a drought reduces the amount of water in a river ecosystem, what is the most likely effect on the populations of fish and aquatic plants?
Both populations will increase due to less competition.
Both populations will decrease due to limited resources.
Only fish populations will increase.
Only plant populations will decrease.
Tags
NGSS.MS-LS2-1
NGSS.MS-LS2-4
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