Wayground
NC Check In: Physical Science Review - Printable Science Worksheets 8th Grade - Wayground

NC Check In: Physical Science Review

Audrey Roesch

Created by Audrey Roesch

14 questions

8th Grade

Science

Updated Oct 2026

NC Check In: Physical Science Review is a free printable Grade 8 science worksheet with 14 multiple-choice questions covering core physical science concepts. Students identify periodic-table patterns, distinguish physical and chemical changes, apply the Law of Conservation of Mass, explain how heating affects molecules, and recognize pure substances. The review also addresses balanced reactions, including tracking carbon atoms and explaining how released gases can affect measured mass. Additional questions ask students to evaluate renewable energy resources and identify environmental or geographic limitations associated with wind, flowing water, and other energy sources. This worksheet is designed for Grade 8 review, independent practice, or a quick check of students’ understanding across several physical science standards. A complete answer key is included for efficient checking and feedback.

Worksheet settings

Font size

S
M
L
XL
WaygroundWorksheets

NC Check In: Physical Science Review

Total questions: 14

Name
Class
Date
1.
Which element would Element X most likely be grouped with on the periodic table?

Which element would Element X most likely be grouped with on the periodic table?

a)

calcium

b)

chlorine

c)

copper

d)

potassium

2.

Which shows one example of a physical change and one example of a chemical change?

a)

boiling water and melting wax

b)

rusting iron and baking a cake

c)

dissolving powder and shredding paper

d)

freezing water and burning coal

3.

How does a balanced chemical equation satisfy the Law of Conservation of Mass?

a)

During a chemical reaction, the total amount of matter stays the same.

b)

During a chemical reaction, matter is destroyed.

c)

During a chemical reaction, one or more new substances are formed.

d)

During a chemical reaction, the total number of atoms increases.

4.

Which is a problem with using wind turbines to produce energy?

a)

Wind turbines are efficient only in certain areas.

b)

Wind turbines occupy a small area of land.

c)

Wind turbines produce a large amount of energy.

d)

Wind turbines create a large amount of pollution.

5.

What happens to water molecules during the boiling process?

a)

They move faster and move farther apart as they absorb heat.

b)

They move faster and remain close together as they absorb heat.

c)

They move more slowly but move farther apart as they lose heat.

d)

They move faster and move farther apart as they lose heat.

6.

Which pair of elements has the most similar properties?

a)

Li and B

b)

I and Ca

c)

K and He

d)

N and P

7.

If a chemical reaction such as photosynthesis begins with 6 atoms of carbon (C), how many atoms of carbon (C) should be in the products?

a)

12 atoms of carbon (C)

b)

6 atoms of carbon (C)

c)

3 atoms of carbon (C)

d)

2 atoms of carbon (C)

8.

Which is a possible disadvantage of using flowing water to produce electricity?

a)

ecosystem damage and loss of land

b)

reduced carbon dioxide emission

c)

only suitable for industrial use

d)

creates reservoirs

9.

Which is the best example of a pure substance?

a)

peanuts

b)

milk

c)

gold

d)

air

10.

Which statement best explains how periods on the periodic table are organized?

a)

increasing atomic number from left to right

b)

increasing number of neutrons from left to right

c)

decreasing number of electrons from left to right

d)

decreasing atomic mass number from left to right

11.

An ice cube is put into a heated pan. What will most likely happen to the molecules in the ice as the ice is heated?

a)

The molecules will begin to move slower.

b)

The molecules will begin to move faster.

c)

The molecules will begin to increase in density.

d)

The molecules will begin to condense in the air.

12.

Which best explains why the total mass of the product(s) would be less than the total weight of the reactant(s) after a chemical reaction?

a)

A physical change occurred.

b)

Atoms involved in the reaction lost mass.

c)

Precipitates were created in the new solution.

d)

Gases were released to the atmosphere.

13.

Which would least likely have an impact on global climate changes?

a)

producing energy using hydroelectric plants

b)

producing energy using coal

c)

producing energy using oil

d)

producing energy using natural gas

14.

Which is an example of a renewable energy resource?

a)

biomass

b)

coal

c)

gas

d)

oil

WaygroundAnswer Key

NC Check In: Physical Science Review

Total questions: 14

1.
d)

potassium

2.
d)

freezing water and burning coal

3.
a)

During a chemical reaction, the total amount of matter stays the same.

4.
a)

Wind turbines are efficient only in certain areas.

5.
a)

They move faster and move farther apart as they absorb heat.

6.
d)

N and P

7.
b)

6 atoms of carbon (C)

8.
a)

ecosystem damage and loss of land

9.
c)

gold

10.
a)

increasing atomic number from left to right

11.
b)

The molecules will begin to move faster.

12.
d)

Gases were released to the atmosphere.

13.
a)

producing energy using hydroelectric plants

14.
a)

biomass

Browse by subjects

Browse by grades

Browse by format

FAQs

What does the NC Check In: Physical Science Review worksheet cover?

This Grade 8 worksheet uses 14 multiple-choice questions to review periodic-table organization and element properties, physical and chemical changes, molecular motion during heating, pure substances, conservation of mass, and energy resources. Students must apply these concepts to examples such as boiling water, photosynthesis, released gases, wind turbines, flowing water, and renewable energy rather than simply recall definitions.

How can I use this worksheet to teach Grade 8 physical science concepts?

Use the multiple-choice items as a structured review after teaching the concepts in small groups: begin with periodic-table patterns, then connect particle motion and changes of matter to conservation of mass and chemical reactions, and finish with energy-resource questions. Ask students to explain why each incorrect option does not fit, especially when comparing physical versus chemical changes or deciding whether an energy source is renewable and what limitation it may have.

What mistakes should I watch for when students complete this physical science review?

Students may confuse periodic-table periods with groups, overlook that similar properties are associated with an element’s position, or mistake any visible change for a chemical change. Watch for errors in linking heat absorption with faster molecular motion, assuming atoms disappear during a reaction, and overlooking released gases when comparing reactant and product mass. In the energy questions, students may also confuse a resource’s environmental impact or limitation with whether the resource is renewable.

How do I assign and grade this worksheet?

The NC Check In: Physical Science Review is available as a printable PDF and as a digital quiz on Wayground, with a complete answer key for all 14 multiple-choice questions. You can grade printable student work by scanning it with the Wayground for Teachers app, while the digital version supports online response collection and scoring.

How can I differentiate this physical science worksheet for my students?

In the worksheet’s Advanced Settings, adjust font spacing or choose a larger font size to make the 14 multiple-choice questions easier to read. You can also enable a dyslexia-friendly font or translate the worksheet into another language, helping students access questions about molecules, chemical reactions, periodic-table patterns, and energy resources.

Where can I find more worksheets like this on Wayground?

Wayground offers a comprehensive collection of free printable worksheets and practice problems across subjects, with downloadable PDFs and answer keys to support essential skills and concepts. Browse more resources at https://wayground.com/en-us/worksheets.

© 2026 Wayground Inc.

Accessibility and Inclusion