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Worksheets5th Grade Science Vocab
Total questions: 74
Worksheet time: 37mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
Apparent Brightness
a)
The brightness of a star perceived by an observer on Earth
b)
a reason or set of reasons given with the aim of persuading others that an action or idea is right or wrong.
c)
The study of celestial objects, space, and the universe as a whole
d)
The region between the inner and outer planets where most asteroids orbit the Sun
2.
Argument
a)
a reason or set of reasons given with the aim of persuading others that an action or idea is right or wrong.
b)
The maximum population size that can be sustained by a given environment
c)
Forces on an object that do not change the motion of the object
d)
An imaginary line that Earth rotates around
3.
Asteroid
a)
A solid, irregularly shaped rocky mass that is smaller than a planet and orbits the Sun
b)
make different, alter, or modify
c)
Characteristic that can only be observed or measured through a chemical reaction
d)
an abstract idea; a general notion
4.
Asteroid Belt
a)
The region between the inner and outer planets where most asteroids orbit the Sun
b)
The star that Earth moves around and that gives energy to Earth
c)
A group of stars that form a recognizable pattern in the sky
d)
the quality of being unchanging
5.
Astronomy
a)
The study of celestial objects, space, and the universe as a whole
b)
A solid, irregularly shaped rocky mass that is smaller than a planet and orbits the Sun
c)
The slant of Earth’s axis, which is 23.5 degrees from vertical compared to Earth’s orbital plane around the Sun; results in the North Pole always pointing toward the North Star
d)
The brightness of a star perceived by an observer on Earth
6.
Axis
a)
An imaginary line that Earth rotates around
b)
A ball of gas in space that produces its own light and heat
c)
an abstract idea; a general notion
d)
Making a complete spin on an axis
7.
Balanced Forces
a)
Forces on an object that do not change the motion of the object
b)
Measurement of how much space matter takes up
c)
Measurement of the ability of a solid to dissolve in a liquid
d)
Something that we can use and is valuable
8.
Carrying Capacity
a)
The maximum population size that can be sustained by a given environment
b)
A property that describes the ability of heat to pass through a material
c)
The region between the inner and outer planets where most asteroids orbit the Sun
d)
An imaginary line that Earth rotates around
9.
Change
a)
make different, alter, or modify
b)
the quality of being unchanging
c)
the standard units of measurement; metric system
d)
an amount or number of something
10.
Chemical Change
a)
A change that occurs when a new substance is created with different properties; observable as a color change, the production of gas or a precipitate, or the release of heat or light
b)
a reason or set of reasons given with the aim of persuading others that an action or idea is right or wrong.
c)
A solid, irregularly shaped rocky mass that is smaller than a planet and orbits the Sun
d)
How fast something is moving
11.
Chemical Property
a)
Characteristic that can only be observed or measured through a chemical reaction
b)
Forces on an object that do not change the motion of the object
c)
A force on an object that causes a change in the motion of an object
d)
The Sun together with the group of planets and other celestial bodies that revolve around it that are held by its gravitational attraction
12.
Concepts
a)
an abstract idea; a general notion
b)
The star that Earth moves around and that gives energy to Earth
c)
The brightness of a star perceived by an observer on Earth
d)
Measurement of how much space matter takes up
13.
Conserve
a)
The protection of resources and avoidance of wasteful and destructive use
b)
Measurement of the ability of a solid to dissolve in a liquid
c)
Points of farthest and closest distance of the Sun from Earth that correspond to the beginning of winter and summer
d)
Making a complete spin on an axis
14.
Constellation
a)
A group of stars that form a recognizable pattern in the sky
b)
A ball of gas in space that produces its own light and heat
c)
an abstract idea; a general notion
d)
A solid, irregularly shaped rocky mass that is smaller than a planet and orbits the Sun
15.
Data
a)
Information gathered during an experiment
b)
A property that describes the ability of heat to pass through a material
c)
An imaginary line that Earth rotates around
d)
the standard units of measurement; metric system
16.
Density
a)
The amount of matter in a given space or volume
b)
How fast something is moving
c)
make different, alter, or modify
d)
the quality of being unchanging
17.
Dependent Variable
a)
the variable that may change in response to manipulations of the independent variable
b)
Measurement of how much space matter takes up
c)
The study of celestial objects, space, and the universe as a whole
d)
Forces on an object that do not change the motion of the object
18.
Direction
a)
The path of an object
b)
A force on an object that causes a change in the motion of an object
c)
A solid, irregularly shaped rocky mass that is smaller than a planet and orbits the Sun
d)
A group of stars that form a recognizable pattern in the sky
19.
Earth
a)
The third planet from the Sun and the only planet in the solar system where life exists
b)
The region between the inner and outer planets where most asteroids orbit the Sun
c)
The maximum population size that can be sustained by a given environment
d)
a reason or set of reasons given with the aim of persuading others that an action or idea is right or wrong.
20.
Eclipse
a)
An obscuring of the light from a celestial body by the passage of an object between the celestial body and the observer or between the celestial body and its source of illumination
b)
The study of celestial objects, space, and the universe as a whole
c)
An imaginary line that Earth rotates around
d)
The slant of Earth’s axis, which is 23.5 degrees from vertical compared to Earth’s orbital plane around the Sun; results in the North Pole always pointing toward the North Star
21.
Electrical Conductivity
a)
A property that describes the ability of an electric current to pass through a material
b)
The star that Earth moves around and that gives energy to Earth
c)
The brightness of a star perceived by an observer on Earth
d)
the quality of being unchanging
22.
Emissions
a)
Substances that are discharged from an object during a process, such as exhaust from a car
b)
Measurement of how much space matter takes up
c)
an abstract idea; a general notion
d)
a reason or set of reasons given with the aim of persuading others that an action or idea is right or wrong.
23.
Engineering
a)
the branch of science and technology concerned with the design, building, and use of engines, machines, and structures.
b)
A property that describes the ability of heat to pass through a material
c)
The region between the inner and outer planets where most asteroids orbit the Sun
d)
Characteristic that can only be observed or measured through a chemical reaction
24.
Environment
a)
The space, conditions, and all the living and nonliving things around an organism
b)
A ball of gas in space that produces its own light and heat
c)
A force on an object that causes a change in the motion of an object
d)
Making a complete spin on an axis
25.
Evaluate
a)
A type of thinking. Judging the value or character of something; discussing the positive and negative advantages or disadvantages.
b)
A solid, irregularly shaped rocky mass that is smaller than a planet and orbits the Sun
c)
Measurement of how much space matter takes up
d)
How fast something is moving
26.
Evidence
a)
the available body of facts or information indicating whether a belief or proposition is true or valid.
b)
A group of stars that form a recognizable pattern in the sky
c)
a reason or set of reasons given with the aim of persuading others that an action or idea is right or wrong.
d)
The slant of Earth’s axis, which is 23.5 degrees from vertical compared to Earth’s orbital plane around the Sun; results in the North Pole always pointing toward the North Star
27.
Force
a)
A push or pull that causes an object to move, stop, or change direction
b)
the quality of being unchanging
c)
Making a complete spin on an axis
d)
an amount or number of something
28.
Friction
a)
A force that slows motion and releases heat when objects rub together
b)
The brightness of a star perceived by an observer on Earth
c)
Points of farthest and closest distance of the Sun from Earth that correspond to the beginning of winter and summer
d)
The Sun together with the group of planets and other celestial bodies that revolve around it that are held by its gravitational attraction
29.
Gram
a)
SI unit for mass
b)
A ball of gas in space that produces its own light and heat
c)
Forces on an object that do not change the motion of the object
d)
the process of learning about the natural world through observation and experimentation
30.
Hardness
a)
A measure of how easily the smooth surface of a mineral can be scratched
b)
Measurement of how much space matter takes up
c)
Measurement of the ability of a solid to dissolve in a liquid
d)
the standard units of measurement; metric system
31.
Independent Variable
a)
The variable that can be changed during an experiment
b)
The star that Earth moves around and that gives energy to Earth
c)
make different, alter, or modify
d)
Making a complete spin on an axis
32.
Interpret
a)
explain the meaning of
b)
the quality of being unchanging
c)
How fast something is moving
d)
The region between the inner and outer planets where most asteroids orbit the Sun
33.
Investigation
a)
A procedure that is carried out in order to observe what happens
b)
A force on an object that causes a change in the motion of an object
c)
The maximum population size that can be sustained by a given environment
d)
Something that we can use and is valuable
34.
Liter
a)
SI unit for volume
b)
Characteristic that can only be observed or measured through a chemical reaction
c)
A ball of gas in space that produces its own light and heat
d)
A solid, irregularly shaped rocky mass that is smaller than a planet and orbits the Sun
35.
Lunar Cycle
a)
The Moon’s repeated pattern of movement and changes in appearance due to its revolution around Earth
b)
A property that describes the ability of heat to pass through a material
c)
An imaginary line that Earth rotates around
d)
Measurement of how much space matter takes up
36.
Magnetic Force
a)
A force of attraction or repulsion that arises between electrically charged particles because of their motion
b)
The region between the inner and outer planets where most asteroids orbit the Sun
c)
A group of stars that form a recognizable pattern in the sky
d)
The slant of Earth’s axis, which is 23.5 degrees from vertical compared to Earth’s orbital plane around the Sun; results in the North Pole always pointing toward the North Star
37.
Meter
a)
SI unit for length
b)
the quality of being unchanging
c)
an abstract idea; a general notion
d)
the process of learning about the natural world through observation and experimentation
38.
Model
a)
A limited representation of something that can help us understand its structure or how it works
b)
Measurement of the ability of a solid to dissolve in a liquid
c)
a reason or set of reasons given with the aim of persuading others that an action or idea is right or wrong.
d)
the standard units of measurement; metric system
39.
Moon
a)
An object that orbits Earth and appears as a pale disc in the night sky
b)
A ball of gas in space that produces its own light and heat
c)
How fast something is moving
d)
To use force to move away
40.
Motion
a)
How an object moves from one place to another
b)
The star that Earth moves around and that gives energy to Earth
c)
A force on an object that causes a change in the motion of an object
d)
The Sun together with the group of planets and other celestial bodies that revolve around it that are held by its gravitational attraction
41.
Movement
a)
A change in position
b)
the quality of being unchanging
c)
An imaginary line that Earth rotates around
d)
Something that we can use and is valuable
42.
Natural Disaster
a)
An event or force of nature that causes great damage, such as a tornado, hurricane, or flood
b)
Measurement of how much space matter takes up
c)
make different, alter, or modify
d)
The brightness of a star perceived by an observer on Earth
43.
Observation
a)
the use of one of the senses (hearing, sight, touch, etc.) or measurement to gather information.
b)
The maximum population size that can be sustained by a given environment
c)
The study of celestial objects, space, and the universe as a whole
d)
Making a complete spin on an axis
44.
Orbit
a)
The path one object takes as it revolves around another object in space
b)
A property that describes the ability of heat to pass through a material
c)
A ball of gas in space that produces its own light and heat
d)
To use force to move away
45.
Patterns
a)
a sequence of repeating objects, shapes or numbers
b)
Forces on an object that do not change the motion of the object
c)
A solid, irregularly shaped rocky mass that is smaller than a planet and orbits the Sun
d)
The slant of Earth’s axis, which is 23.5 degrees from vertical compared to Earth’s orbital plane around the Sun; results in the North Pole always pointing toward the North Star
46.
Physical Change
a)
Changing materials into different shapes or smaller pieces, heating and cooling, and melting and freezing
b)
a reason or set of reasons given with the aim of persuading others that an action or idea is right or wrong.
c)
A group of stars that form a recognizable pattern in the sky
d)
The region between the inner and outer planets where most asteroids orbit the Sun
47.
Physical Property
a)
Characteristics that can be observed or measured; for example, color, melting point, and conductivity
b)
Measurement of how much space matter takes up
c)
A force on an object that causes a change in the motion of an object
d)
the process of learning about the natural world through observation and experimentation
48.
Planet
a)
Any of the large celestial bodies that revolve around the Sun in the solar system
b)
The star that Earth moves around and that gives energy to Earth
c)
Characteristic that can only be observed or measured through a chemical reaction
d)
The Sun together with the group of planets and other celestial bodies that revolve around it that are held by its gravitational attraction
49.
Pollution
a)
The contamination of soil, water, or the atmosphere by the release of harmful materials
b)
A ball of gas in space that produces its own light and heat
c)
The region between the inner and outer planets where most asteroids orbit the Sun
d)
the standard units of measurement; metric system
50.
Position
a)
Where something is
b)
Measurement of how much space matter takes up
c)
How fast something is moving
d)
To use force to move away
51.
Precipitate
a)
An insoluble solid formed from a chemical reaction
b)
A property that describes the ability of heat to pass through a material
c)
the quality of being unchanging
d)
The study of celestial objects, space, and the universe as a whole
52.
Pull
a)
To use force to move toward
b)
an abstract idea; a general notion
c)
The maximum population size that can be sustained by a given environment
d)
Making a complete spin on an axis
53.
Push
a)
To use force to move away
b)
A solid, irregularly shaped rocky mass that is smaller than a planet and orbits the Sun
c)
The slant of Earth’s axis, which is 23.5 degrees from vertical compared to Earth’s orbital plane around the Sun; results in the North Pole always pointing toward the North Star
d)
an amount or number of something
54.
Quantity
a)
an amount or number of something
b)
A force on an object that causes a change in the motion of an object
c)
A ball of gas in space that produces its own light and heat
d)
How fast something is moving
55.
Recycle
a)
To properly dispose of used resources so they can be changed into new products
b)
An imaginary line that Earth rotates around
c)
The brightness of a star perceived by an observer on Earth
d)
a reason or set of reasons given with the aim of persuading others that an action or idea is right or wrong.
56.
Reflection
a)
The bouncing of energy waves off the surface of an object
b)
The star that Earth moves around and that gives energy to Earth
c)
Measurement of how much space matter takes up
d)
the process of learning about the natural world through observation and experimentation
57.
Relative Density
a)
How dense something is compared with a reference material
b)
The study of celestial objects, space, and the universe as a whole
c)
A group of stars that form a recognizable pattern in the sky
d)
Making a complete spin on an axis
58.
Resource
a)
Something that we can use and is valuable
b)
A force on an object that causes a change in the motion of an object
c)
Points of farthest and closest distance of the Sun from Earth that correspond to the beginning of winter and summer
d)
The Sun together with the group of planets and other celestial bodies that revolve around it that are held by its gravitational attraction
59.
Revolution
a)
The movement of one object around a center or another object
b)
How fast something is moving
c)
Measurement of the ability of a solid to dissolve in a liquid
d)
an amount or number of something
60.
Rotate
a)
Making a complete spin on an axis
b)
A property that describes the ability of heat to pass through a material
c)
The region between the inner and outer planets where most asteroids orbit the Sun
d)
A ball of gas in space that produces its own light and heat
61.
Science
a)
the process of learning about the natural world through observation and experimentation
b)
Measurement of how much space matter takes up
c)
The maximum population size that can be sustained by a given environment
d)
An imaginary line that Earth rotates around
62.
Season
a)
The four natural divisions of the year based on changes in temperature due to the varied amounts of sunlight (both intensity and number of daylight hours received); caused by the tilt of Earth during revolution
b)
The brightness of a star perceived by an observer on Earth
c)
a reason or set of reasons given with the aim of persuading others that an action or idea is right or wrong.
d)
an abstract idea; a general notion
63.
SI Units of Measurement
a)
the standard units of measurement; metric system
b)
The star that Earth moves around and that gives energy to Earth
c)
the process of learning about the natural world through observation and experimentation
d)
The slant of Earth’s axis, which is 23.5 degrees from vertical compared to Earth’s orbital plane around the Sun; results in the North Pole always pointing toward the North Star
64.
Solar System
a)
The Sun together with the group of planets and other celestial bodies that revolve around it that are held by its gravitational attraction
b)
Characteristic that can only be observed or measured through a chemical reaction
c)
A solid, irregularly shaped rocky mass that is smaller than a planet and orbits the Sun
d)
The study of celestial objects, space, and the universe as a whole
65.
Solstice
a)
Points of farthest and closest distance of the Sun from Earth that correspond to the beginning of winter and summer
b)
A force on an object that causes a change in the motion of an object
c)
A property that describes the ability of heat to pass through a material
d)
Forces on an object that do not change the motion of the object
66.
Solubility
a)
Measurement of the ability of a solid to dissolve in a liquid
b)
A ball of gas in space that produces its own light and heat
c)
Measurement of how much space matter takes up
d)
the standard units of measurement; metric system
67.
Speed
a)
How fast something is moving
b)
A group of stars that form a recognizable pattern in the sky
c)
Points of farthest and closest distance of the Sun from Earth that correspond to the beginning of winter and summer
d)
The Sun together with the group of planets and other celestial bodies that revolve around it that are held by its gravitational attraction
68.
Stability
a)
the quality of being unchanging
b)
The region between the inner and outer planets where most asteroids orbit the Sun
c)
How fast something is moving
d)
A force on an object that causes a change in the motion of an object
69.
Star
a)
A ball of gas in space that produces its own light and heat
b)
the quality of being unchanging
c)
The brightness of a star perceived by an observer on Earth
d)
Measurement of the ability of a solid to dissolve in a liquid
70.
Sun
a)
The star that Earth moves around and that gives energy to Earth
b)
make different, alter, or modify
c)
The maximum population size that can be sustained by a given environment
d)
Measurement of how much space matter takes up
71.
Thermal Conductivity
a)
A property that describes the ability of heat to pass through a material
b)
Forces on an object that do not change the motion of the object
c)
an abstract idea; a general notion
d)
The region between the inner and outer planets where most asteroids orbit the Sun
72.
Tilt
a)
The slant of Earth’s axis, which is 23.5 degrees from vertical compared to Earth’s orbital plane around the Sun; results in the North Pole always pointing toward the North Star
b)
a reason or set of reasons given with the aim of persuading others that an action or idea is right or wrong.
c)
The study of celestial objects, space, and the universe as a whole
d)
the quality of being unchanging
73.
Unbalanced Force
a)
A force on an object that causes a change in the motion of an object
b)
The brightness of a star perceived by an observer on Earth
c)
A property that describes the ability of heat to pass through a material
d)
The star that Earth moves around and that gives energy to Earth
74.
Volume
a)
Measurement of how much space matter takes up
b)
A solid, irregularly shaped rocky mass that is smaller than a planet and orbits the Sun
c)
A group of stars that form a recognizable pattern in the sky
d)
Characteristic that can only be observed or measured through a chemical reaction
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