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Science graph, chart, and picture reading

Total questions: 55

Worksheet time: 2hrs 28mins

Name
Class
Date
1.
What describes the ability of a solid to dissolve in water?
a)
melt
b)
dissapear
c)
solubility
d)
evaporate
2.

In an activity, 20 grams of salt are dissolved in 70 grams of pure water. The water is then heated on a hot plate. When the water evaporates completely, how much salt will be left?

a)

0 grams

b)

18 grams

c)

20 grams

d)

22 grams

3.

A student has puts 4 objects in a bucket filled with water. The objects are listed above. Which two objects are most likely less dense than water?

a)

Wood block and metal paper clip

b)

plastic ball and glass marble

c)

metal paper clip and glass marble

d)

wood block and plastic ball

4.

What is the BEST tool to separate gravel from sand?

a)

use a magnet

b)

use tweezers

c)

pour the mixture through filter paper

d)

use a strainer or sieve

5.
5.5A - This is a picture of oil and water.  Why does the oil float on top of the water?
a)
The water is less dense than the oil so it floats on top of the oil.
b)
The oil is less dense than the water so it floats on top of the water.
c)
The oil is more dense than the water so it sinks.
d)
The oil is less dense than the water so it sinks.
6.
Which state of matter has particles that are tightly packed?
a)
liquid
b)
gas
c)
solid
7.

In order to find out which towel brand holds the most water, we should do an ____________________.

a)

hypothesis

b)

investigation

c)

science project

d)

conclusion

8.

Which of these is the best conductor of electricity? (5.5A)

a)

Glass rod

b)

Cotton string

c)

Plastic tubing

d)

Copper penny

9.

A teacher sets up an experiment using five jars. The teacher keeps one jar unwrapped, and the other four jars are wrapped with equal thicknesses of four different materials. Which property of the materials wrapping the jars are the students most likely investigating? (5.5A)

a)

State of matter

b)

Thermal energy insulation

c)

Thermal energy production

d)

Ability to conduct electricity

10.

A student reads the label on the bottle of salad dressing shown here. Why would the student shake the salad dressing well before using it? (5.5A)

a)

Vinegar and oil have different densities.

b)

Vinegar and oil easily form a solution.

c)

Vinegar and oil both contain water.

d)

Vinegar and oil are both liquids.

11.

A cook uses the ingredients listed to prepare a meal. Which table correctly show the physical properties of these ingredients when placed in hot water? (5.5A)

a)
b)
c)
d)
12.

A teacher gives a student four clear sealed containers. Each container holds a different substance. The student records some observations about the substance in each container. Based on these observations, which container most likely holds only gas? (5.5A)

a)

Container 1

b)

Container 2

c)

Container 3

d)

Container 4

13.

Some students investigate the properties of four objects using a hand lens, a magnet, and a beaker containing water. Their observations are recorded in the table. Which statement identifies a property that could be used to classify these objects into two different groups? (5.5A)

a)

Density can be used to separate objects that sink in water from objects that do not.

b)

Magnetism can be used to separate objects that are attracted by a magnet from objects that are not.

c)

Solubility can be used to separate objects that dissolve in water from objects that do not.

d)

Physical state can be used to separate objects that are solids from objects that are not.

14.

A student classifies the objects shown based on their physical properties. Which property cannot be used to classify these objects into more than one group? (5.5A)

a)

Magnetism

b)

Mass

c)

Electrical conductivity

d)

Solubility in water

15.

A science class tested three properties of different materials. The results are shown in the table. Based on the table, which material would be best to use to insulate electrical wires? (5.5A)

a)

Wood

b)

Plastic

c)

Copper

d)

Steel

16.

A student puts four objects in a bucket filled with water. Which two objects are most likely less dense than the water? (5.5A)

a)

Wood block and metal paper clip

b)

Plastic ball and glass marble

c)

Metal paper clip and glass marble

d)

Wood block and plastic ball

17.

A student was asked to compare the masses of four blocks that were all the same size but made of different materials. The student used a balance to compare the masses of two blocks at a time. The student repeated this process three more times with different pairs of blocks and recorded observations. Which list shows the blocks in order from least to greatest mass? (5.5A)

a)

Blocks N, M, L, P

b)

Blocks P, M, L, N

c)

Blocks N, L, M, P

d)

Blocks P, L, M, N

18.

The table lists some properties of four different samples of matter. Which two samples could be glass and saltwater? (5.5A)

a)

Samples 1 and 2

b)

Samples 3 and 4

c)

Samples 1 and 3

d)

Samples 2 and 3

19.

A student is asked to design a sleeve for a cup that will insulate thermal energy and not feel hot to the touch when the cup is filled with hot liquid. The student has four materials to choose from. Which of these materials is least useful as an insulator? (5.5A)

a)

Cardboard

b)

Aluminum

c)

Rubber

d)

Plastic

20.

For an investigation a teacher dropped a bolt into a container of maple syrup and asked students to remove it without touching the syrup. The students first tried to use a strong magnet to remove the bolt, but it remained on the bottom of the container. They finally poured the syrup into another container to get the bolt out. Which of these best describes some of the bolt's physical properties? (5.5A)

a)

The bolt is magnetic and has the same density as the maple syrup.

b)

The bolt is nonmagnetic and more dense than the maple syrup.

c)

The bolt is nonmagnetic and less dense than the maple syrup.

d)

The bolt is magnetic and less dense than the maple syrup.

21.

The table lists some physical properties of two objects. Based on their properties, which of the objects is most likely a metal? (5.5A)

a)

Object 1, because it is a solid that is less dense than water

b)

Object 2, because all metals float in water

c)

Object 2, because metals conduct thermal energy and electricity

d)

Object 1, because it can be used to provide insulation for thermal energy.

22.

Students are investigating properties of objects. They observe four objects and record observations for each object in the table. Based on the students' observations, which of these tables properly identifies the objects? (5.5A)

a)
b)
c)
d)
23.

A student measured out 10 mL of four clear liquids and added one drop of a different-colored dye to each liquid. One of the liquids was water. The student then carefully poured each liquid into a graduated cylinder and let the mixture settle for 30 minutes. The student observed that the liquids had separated into layers, as shown in the diagram. Which of these procedures would help the student identify the layer of water? (5.5A)

a)

Stir the liquids, let them settle, and then identify the bottom layer as water

b)

Drop a piece of ice into the graduated cylinder, let the ice settle, and then identify the layer just above the ice as water

c)

Add water to the graduated cylinder, let the mixture settle, and then identify the layer that increases in volume as water

d)

Carefully pour each layer into separate plastic containers, place the containers in a freezer, and then identify the liquid that takes the longest to freeze as water.

24.

Which diagram shows compaction which leads to the formation of sedimentary rock?

a)
b)
c)
d)
25.

Plants are growing on the surface of this pond. How do plants like these form fossil fuels?

a)

Dead plants sink to the bottom and get buried by sediment for millions of years.

b)

Dead plants sink to the bottom and get consumed by decomposers.

c)

Dead plants produce carbon dioxide for the fish, which form fossil fuels.

d)

Dead plants get buried for millions of years and form fossils that attract carbon.

26.

The model below shows layers of sediment on the floor of an ocean. Which is the best explanation of how these layers can become rock over years?

a)

Sand in the sediment melts and turns into rock.

b)

The weight of the water compacts the sediment into rock.

c)

Changing water temperatures turn sand in the sediment into rock.

d)

Pollution caused by humans turns the sediment into rock.

27.

The shape of a delta can change over time. The size and shape of this delta over time are NOT likely to be changed by -

a)

The amount and size of tides along the shore

b)

The amount and size of sediments carried by the river and streams.

c)

The amount of fishing in the delta

d)

The amount and size of waves from the ocean that reach the shore.

28.

The picture below shows a canyon in Northern Arizona. Which best describes how this canyon was most likely formed?

a)

Floods eroded the sandstone away from the canyon walls.

b)

Glaciers eroded the canyon rock as they melted and moved.

c)

Ice wedged into cracks in the rock and weathered the canyon.

d)

Wind blew large rocks that smashed against the canyon walls.

29.

This wide U-shaped valley is shown in the picture. It was most likely formed by -

a)

Floods eroded the sediment away.

b)

Glaciers eroded the sediment as it melted and moved.

c)

Wind blew large rocks that smashed against the canyon walls.

d)

A hurricane carried away sediment

30.

Which shows a person using an alternative energy source to perform a task?

a)
b)
c)
d)
31.

Citizens in a community were surveyed about the type of energy resource they like for a new power plant. The results are shown below. How many citizens chose alternative energy resources?

a)

850

b)

485

c)

365

d)

687

32.

The 3 physical states of matter are:

a)

rock, paper, scissors

b)

solid, liquid, gas

c)

metal, glass, wood

d)

solid, liquid, glass

33.

A liquid does not have a definite____ but does have definite____.

a)

shape and volume

b)

flavor and color

c)

volume and mass

d)

mass and weight

34.

A ______ is a type of mixture in which the particles of one or more substances are dissolved.

a)

solution

b)

mixture

c)

density

d)

solubility

35.

When a substance spreads out uniformly in a liquid it means that the substance can _______.

a)

melt

b)

freeze

c)

evaporate

d)

dissolve

36.

Look at the examples of physical changes. Which combination below is a physical change?

a)

breaking a pencil

b)

kool aide

c)

baking a cake with 4 different ingredients

d)

strawberry milkshake

37.

Boiling point is at

a)

100°C

b)

100°F

c)

75°C

d)

75°F

38.

Look at the items listed and their physical properties.

Which item can be cardboard?

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

39.

Look at the items listed and their physical properties. Which item can be glass?

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

40.

The process of changing from gas to liquid is called

a)

ice

b)

evaporation

c)

condensation

d)

matter

41.

You fill 3 graduated cylinders with 50ml of water in each and place them in 3 different places- fridge, desk, and by sunny window. Which one will have the water evaporate quicker?

a)

fridge

b)

window

c)

desk

d)

they all evaporate at the same time

42.

You're going to the beach and want to separate different mixtures. Which will you be able to separate using your strainer.

a)

the salt from the water

b)

the different grains of sand

c)

sand and water

d)

sugar and coffee

43.

Which column headings should the students use for their table?

a)
b)
c)
d)
44.

In which mixtures do all the ingredients maintain their physical state?

a)

Mixtures 3 and 4 only

b)

Mixtures 1, 3, and 4

c)

Mixtures 1, 2, and 5

d)

Mixtures 2 and 5 only

45.

A student filled each of four beakers with 100 mL of water at 25 °C. The student added an equal amount of a different substance to each of the beakers of water.

Based on the student’s observations in the table, how many of the substances did NOT dissolve in the water?

a)

1 substance

b)

2 substances

c)

3 substances

d)

4 substances

46.

A student wants to classify four different objects based on physical properties. The student uses the questions shown in the table to test each object.

Which statement correctly identifies two of the materials based on the classification of properties in the table?

a)

Material 1 is a rubber ball. Material 2 is a piece of cardboard.

b)

Material 2 is an aluminum washer. Material 3 is a copper wire.

c)

Material 3 is a piece of cardboard. Material 4 is an aluminum washer.

d)

Material 1 is a copper wire. Material 4 is a rubber ball.

47.

The table lists some physical properties of two objects...

Based on their properties, which of the objects is most likely a metal?

a)

Object 1, because it is a solid that is less dense than water

b)

Object 2, because all metals float in water

c)

Object 2, because metals conduct thermal energy and electricity

d)

Object 1, because it can be used to provide insulation for thermal energy

48.

Students are investigating properties of objects. They observe four objects and record observations for each object in the table. Based on the students’ observations, which of these tables properly identifies the objects?

a)
b)
c)
d)
49.

The picture shows a cumulonimbus cloud forming over an ocean. Which statement best explains how the sun and the ocean interact to form a cumulonimbus cloud?

a)

Heat from the sun warms the ocean, causing water to evaporate. The water vapor then condenses to form a cumulonimbus cloud.

b)

Heat from the sun causes clouds in the area to gather over the ocean and form one large cumulonimbus cloud.

c)

Light from the sun shines on the ocean, causing water vapor to condense. The water then evaporates to form a cumulonimbus cloud.

d)

Light from the sun causes ocean water to reflect water vapor into the air and gather over the ocean into a cumulonimbus cloud.

50.

Dylan measured out 10 mL of four clear liquids and added one drop of a different-colored dye to each liquid. One of the liquids was water. Bryan then carefully poured each liquid into a graduated cylinder and let the mixture settle for 30 minutes. Bryan then observed that the liquids had separated into layers, as shown in the diagram.

a)

Stir the liquids, let them settle, and then identify the bottom layer as water

b)

Drop a piece of ice into the graduated cylinder, let the ice settle, and then identify the layer just above the ice as water

c)

Add water to the graduated cylinder, let the mixture settle, and then identify the layer that increases in volume as water

d)

Carefully pour each layer into separate plastic containers, place the containers in a freezer, and then identify the liquid that takes the longest to freeze as water

51.

Yohana stirs 15 grams of each substance listed below into 200 milliliters of water to form four different mixtures. Yohana then tries to separate the water from each mixture by pouring the mixture through a kitchen tea strainer. Which mixture can Yohana separate most easily with the strainer?

a)

Salt and water

b)

Gravel and water

c)

Shampoo and water

d)

Sugar and water

52.

A student places objects in a bucket of water to determine if they will float.

Which set of items is less dense than water?

a)

Plastic paper clip, penny, and cork

b)

Toothpick, metal spoon, and plastic paper clip

c)

Metal spoon, vegetable oil, and penny

d)

Toothpick, cork, and vegetable oil

53.

Students conduct an investigation with breakfast cereal. The first four steps of the students’ investigation are in the table shown.

The students are trying to determine the presence of which substance in the cereal?

a)

Sugar

b)

Salt

c)

Wheat

d)

Iron

54.

A student poured equal amounts of water and cooking oil into a jar. The student placed a lid on the jar and shook the mixture for five seconds and then let the jar sit for ten minutes. The results of this investigation are shown.

Which conclusion best compares a property of cooking oil and water shown in this investigation?

a)

Cooking oil is less dense than water.

b)

Water is less dense than cooking oil.

c)

Water dissolves in cooking oil.

d)

Cooking oil dissolves in water.

55.

Students observe some objects on a lab tray. The students will classify the objects based on physical properties common to all of the objects.

Based on their common properties, how should these objects be classified?

a)

b)

c)

d)