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6th grade chemistry and physics review

Total questions: 103

Worksheet time: 3hrs 5mins

Name
Class
Date
1.
Particles of a liquid
a)
are tightly packed together and stay in a fixed position.
b)
have no viscosity.
c)
decrease in volume with increasing temperature.
d)
are free to move around one another but still touch.
2.

Particles (molecules) in a ______________________ have more energy than the other states of matter.

a)

Solid

b)

Liquid

c)

Gas

d)

Plasma

3.
What is condensation?
a)
gas to solid
b)
gas to liquid
c)
liquid to solid 
d)
solid to liquid 
4.
When a liquid loses enough energy it changes phase to a _____.
a)
solid
b)
liquid
c)
gas
d)
Mr.C
5.

Which process could cause a material to change state from gas to liquid?

a)

Adding heat

b)

Adding energy

c)

Removing particles

d)

Removing energy

6.

How can you stop the movement of particles?

a)

Increase the temperature

b)

Decrease the temperature

c)

You can't.

d)

Hold them still with your hands.

7.
When the temperature of matter increases the particles...
a)
speed up and move closer
b)
speed up and move farther apart
c)
slow down and move closer together
d)
slow down and move farther apart
8.

Removing energy from particles makes the particles

a)

move faster

b)

move slower

c)

stop moving all together

d)

remain the same

9.

UP and DOWN columns on the periodic table are

a)

groups

b)

periods

10.

SIDE TO SIDE rows on the periodic table are

a)

groups

b)

periods

11.
What is the name of this element? 
a)
Carbon
b)
Magnesium
c)
Aluminum
d)
Magnatron
12.
What is the Atomic Symbol?
a)
MG
b)
Mg
c)
Ma
d)
P
13.
What is the Atomic Number
a)
12
b)
24
c)
24.305
d)
48
14.
What is the Atomic Mass?
a)
12
b)
24
c)
24.305
d)
48
15.

What Group is Magnesium in?

a)

3

b)

2

c)

4

d)

5

16.

Is Magnesium a Metal, Non-Metal, or Metalloid? (Use your periodic table as a guide)

a)

Metal

b)

Non-Metal

c)

Metaloid

17.
Which liquid is the least dense?
a)
oil
b)
water
c)
syrup 
d)
plastic bottle
18.
What is the formula for density?
a)
density = mass x volume
b)
density = mass / volume
c)
density = mass + volume
d)
density = mass - volume
19.
Why do some substances float on water?
a)
they are warmer than water
b)
they are cooler than water
c)
they are more dense than water
d)
they are less dense than water
20.
If an object has a density of .6 g/mL and you put it into water, will it sink or float?  
a)
sink
b)
float
21.
If an object has a density of 3.6 g/mL and you put it into water, will it sink or float?  
a)
sink
b)
float
22.
Mercury is a metal that is liquid at room temperature and has a density of 13.5 g/cm3.  Which of these metals would sink below the mercury if dropped into a container of mercury?
a)
gold (density=19.3 g/cm3)
b)
lead (density=11.4 g/cm3)
c)
iron (density=7.9g/cm3)
d)
aluminum (density=2.7g/cm3)
23.
A brick sinks in water while a wooden block of the same size floats.  This is because the brick has a
a)
lower volume than the wooden block
b)
lower density than the wooden block
c)
higher volume than the wooden block
d)
higher density than the wooden block
24.

Which box has a higher density?

a)

A

b)

B

c)

They are the same

25.

You are given a mystery object in science class. Your teacher asks you to determine if your object is more or less dense than water. You place the object in the water and it sinks. What statement would best describe this situation?

a)

The mystery substance is denser than water.

b)

Water is denser than the mystery substance.

c)

They both have the same mass.

d)

The mystery substance must be hollow.

26.

Which of the following describes a precipitate?

a)

a new liquid forms when a solid reactant is heated and melts

b)

a new solid product formed from two aqueous reactants

c)

a new gas forms when a solid is dissolved in a liquid

d)

bubbles form when two aqueous reactants are mixed

e)

a new solid forms when an aqueous reactant freezes

27.

All of the following are indicators of a chemical reaction except one. Which one is NOT an indicator that a chemical reaction has taken place?

a)

the production of heat or light

b)

a color change

c)

the production of gas bubbles

d)

the dissolving of one substance in another

e)

an odor change

28.

Four students performed four different investigations by combining different substances. Which of the observations is most indicative of a chemical reaction?

a)

investigation 1

b)

investigation 2

c)

investigation 3

d)

investigation 4

29.

In a container, a solid consisting of clear crystals is combined with a blue liquid and the following observations are obtained.


Of the four observations listed, how many indicate a new substance was formed?

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

30.

An aqueous, cloudy, white baking soda solution was combined with solid, powdery, white calcium chloride. Once combined, the temperature of the test tube increased and bubbling occurred creating an aqueous, cloudy, white solution with a flaky, white solid. What indicators of a chemical change are present?

a)

energy change

b)

Color change

c)

gas bubbling

d)

precipitate formation

31.

Which tools are best for separating a mixtures of sand, iron filings, and water?

a)

Hot plate and filter

b)

Tweezers and filter

c)

Filter and magnet

d)

Magnet and hot plate

32.

Which substances, when mixed together, maintain their original physical properties?

a)

gravel and water

b)

wood chips, water and sand

c)

sand and water

d)

all of the above

33.

All of the following are examples of containers filled with mixtures EXCEPT -

a)

a jar filled with trail mix

b)

a glass filled with lemonade

c)

a bowl of cereal with milk

d)

a cup of fruit salad

34.

A student makes a garden salad by stirring lettuce, tomatoes, carrots, and croutons together in a bowl. Why is the garden salad a mixture?

a)

the student cut the vegetables into equally sized pieces

b)

the vegetables are combined by maintain their physical properties

c)

the croutons cannot be taken out of the salad

d)

the salad grew from a garden

35.

When separating saltwater using a hot plate, what precaution should students use?

a)

unplug the hot plate if water splashes on the cord

b)

follow the teacher's instructions and wear safety goggles

c)

leave the hot plate plugged in after the investigation is complete

d)

follow the teacher's instructions to record results in a notebook

36.

Which mixture can be separated using a filter?

a)

sand and iron filings

b)

saltwater

c)

sand and water

d)

none of the above

37.

A cup of orange juice with pulp is poured into a glass. Which of these procedures could be done to separate the juice from the pulp?

a)

pour the juice through a coffee filter

b)

heat the juice in a pot until boiling

c)

pour the juice in another cup

d)

allow the mixture to settle, leaving the pulp at the bottom of the glass

38.

Which of the following mixtures can be separated with a magnet?

a)

sand and salt

b)

sand and iron filings

c)

sugar and water

d)

saltwater

39.

All of these can be separated easily EXCEPT -

a)

nuts, bolts, and screws

b)

powdered drink mix, sugar and water

c)

sand and water

d)

iron filings and sand

40.

A mixture of iron filings and chalk dust is placed on a plate. Which of the following could be done to gather the iron filings?

a)

Pour the mixture into a funnel

b)

Put the mixture in a pot on the stove

c)

Run a magnet over the mixture

d)

Filter the mixture through a strainer

41.

A student creates this model using a rope between two students to show energy moving through a

system:

Student A moves the rope while Student B holds their end steady.

Which statement best explains how this model shows energy transfer?

a)

The energy causes each part of the rope to move up and down as it travels from Student A to

Student B

b)

The energy makes the rope move sideways toward Student B.

c)

The energy stays only where Student A moves the rope.

d)

The energy makes the rope stretch longer.

42.

Which diagram shows a longitudinal wave?

a)

Top diagram because the coils move back and forth in the same direction as the wave

b)

Bottom diagram, because the coils move back and forth in the same direction as the wave

c)

Bottom diagram, because the coils move up and down perpendicular to the wave direction

43.

A student flicks a line of dominoes as shown in the diagram:

Which type of wave is this model demonstrating?

a)

A longitudinal wave because the dominoes move up and down as they fall.

b)

A transverse wave because the energy moves forward as dominoes push in the same direction.

c)

A longitudinal wave because the energy moves forward as dominoes push in the same direction.

d)

A transverse wave is caused by the dominoes moving up and down as they fall.

44.

A student observes a small cube floating on water to show how energy moves through the system:

Select TWO statements that correctly explain how this model shows energy transfer.

a)

The energy only works when the cube moves up.

b)

The cube moves up and down as energy passes through the water.

c)

The energy moves through the water while making the cube move up and down.

d)

The cube stays in one spot on the water.

45.

A student creates a model using a slinky. Points a, b, and c are marked along the slinky as shown:

How will point b move when energy passes through this point in the system?

a)

Forward along the slinky

b)

In circles

c)

Up and down while energy moves through

d)

Remain still

46.

What causes waves to be produced?

a)

Gravity

b)

Vibrations

c)

Heat

d)

Light

47.

What do waves carry?

a)

Molecules

b)

Energy

c)

Matter

d)

Water

48.

Which diagram best represents the motion of a particle in a transverse wave?

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

49.
a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

50.
a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

51.
a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

52.
a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

53.
a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

54.

In art class, you're learning about pottery. A pottery wheel is a machine that spins a flat disc, helping artists shape clay into round objects life vases or bowls.

Which force diagram accurately represents the forces at play?

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

55.

During a history lesson about ancient naval battles, Alex learns about triremes (ancient warships). The diagram shows a trireme on water with four labeled arrows representing forces.

Based on the force diagram and table,
which force is NOT matching correctly?

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

56.

Maria is participating in a science experiment about forces. She sits perfectly still on a sturdy wooden chair in the classroom. Maria's weight is 500 N. The experiment requires her to remain motionless while her classmates observe and analyze the forces acting on her.

Are the forces on Maria balanced or unbalanced? What is the net force on Maria?

a)

Balanced;
Net force is 0 N.

b)

Unbalanced;
Net force is 500 N upward.

c)

Unbalanced;
Net force is 500 N downward.

d)

Balanced;
Net force is 1000 N.

57.

A ball weighing 5 N is thrown straight up into the air. The diagram shows the ball at three positions.

Which of the following best explains the state of
forces at positions A, B, and C?

a)

Forces are balanced
at A, unbalanced at B, and C.

b)

Forces are unbalanced at A and B
and balanced at C.

c)

Forces are balanced
at A and C,
and unbalanced at B.

d)

Forces are unbalanced at all positions
A, B, and C.

58.

A hot air balloon is in the air.
The forces acting on the balloon are shown in the table.

What is the total net force on the balloon,
and in which direction does it act?

a)

200 N downward

b)

200 N upward

c)

9800 N upward

d)

9800 N downward

59.

A wagon is pushed and begins to move. As the wagon moves, it slows and comes to a stop. The wagon and the direction it is pushed are shown.

What force causes the wagon to stop?

a)

The force of gravity which is acting in the same direction as the arrow

b)

The force of friction which is acting in the same direction as the arrow

c)

The force of gravity which is acting in the opposite direction of the arrow

d)

The force of friction which acting in the opposite direction of the arrow

60.

Is this force balanced or unbalanced?

a)

Balanced

b)

Unbalanced

61.

Is this force balanced or unbalanced?

a)

Balanced

b)

Unbalanced

62.

Force that resists motion between two surfaces.

a)

gravitational

b)

normal

c)

applied

d)

friction

63.

What type of force is shown in the picture?

a)

Unbalanced Force

b)

Balanced Force

64.

What type of force is shown in the picture?

a)

Unbalanced Force

b)

Balanced Force

65.

What is the net force in this picture?

a)

50 Newtons to the right

b)

950 Newtons to the right

c)

950 Newtons to the left

d)

50 Newtons to the left

66.

What is the net force?

a)

20 N 

b)

0 N 

c)

400 N 

d)

40 N 

67.

Calculate the Net Force. 

a)

60N, Left 

b)

40N, Right 

c)

0N

d)

60N, Right

68.

What is the net force?

a)

400 N Up

b)

400 N Down

c)

- 400 N Down

d)

800 N Down

69.

A person steps out of the boat and onto the dock.  As the person moves forward onto the dock, the boat moves backward.  Which statement best describes the backward motion of the boat as the person steps forward?

a)

For every action there is an equal and opposite reaction.

b)

Every mass exerts a force on every other mass.

c)

An object at rest tends to stay at rest.

d)

Friction opposes the motion of an object.

70.

When a small car pushes a big truck, the truck applies an equal and opposite force on the car.

a)

False

b)

True

71.

Energy stored in a flexed or compressed object

a)

gravitational potential energy

b)

mechanical energy

c)

kinetic energy

d)

elastic potential energy

72.

Potential energy due to gravity

a)

gravitational potential energy

b)

mechanical energy

c)

kinetic energy

d)

elastic potential energy

73.

At what position does the rock have the greatest kinetic energy?

a)

A

b)

B

c)

D

d)

E

74.

Which letter shows where kinetic energy is stored or at its maximum point?

a)

Y

b)

W

c)

X

d)

Z

75.

Click to look at the picture.

The picture is an example of _____ .

a)

gravity

b)

potential energy

c)

kinetic energy

d)

friction

76.

On a roller coaster, where is maximum potential energy?

a)

At the bottom of a big hill

b)

When going around a corner

c)

When going upside down

d)

At the top of a big hill

77.

According to the diagram, where does the plant get the energy that powers photosynthesis?

a)

From chlorophyll

b)

From sunlight

c)

From carbon dioxide

d)

From water

78.

If one part of the circuit is broken what will happen?

a)

The electricity will continue to flow

b)

The electricity will stop flowing

c)

The electricity will move faster

d)

The electricity will move slower

79.

What type of wave is pictured?

a)

Transverse wave

b)

Longitudinal wave

c)

Wave, what wave?

d)

Slinky wave

80.

How would you describe the movement of a transverse wave?

a)

Up and down

b)

Back and forth

c)

In zigzags

d)

Linear

81.

Arrows are often used to show the strength and direction of forces. Which of the following pairs of arrows shows equal and opposite forces?

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

82.

This image illustrates Newton's third law. Why are the two arrows going in different directions?

a)

Because the forces are pushing

b)

Because the forces are opposite

c)

Because the forces are pulling

d)

Because it looks nicer that way

83.

This image illustrates Newton's third law. Why are the two arrows the same length?

a)

Because the forces are EQUAL

b)

Because the forces are weak

c)

Because the forces are strong

d)

Because it looks nicer that way

84.

When a baseball bat hits a baseball, how does the force of the baseball hitting the bat compare to the force of the bat hitting the baseball?

a)

The bat hitting the ball is a greater force than the ball hitting the bat

b)

The bat hitting the ball is a weaker force than the ball hitting the bat

c)

The bat hitting the ball is equal to the force of the ball hitting the bat

d)

The bat hitting the ball is the only force in this situation

85.

When a baseball player catches a ball, the ball pushes towards the glove; this is the action force. What is the reaction force?

a)

The reaction force is the glove pushing back on the ball with a stronger force.

b)

The reaction force is the glove pulling back on the ball with an equal force.

c)

The reaction force is the glove pushing back on the ball with an equal force.

d)

The reaction force is the ball pushing away from the glove with an equal force.

86.

When an action force occurs, there is always a reaction force. Which of the following TWO terms describe the reaction force?

a)

stronger

b)

downward

c)

opposite

d)

weaker

e)

equal

87.

An object moves when unbalanced forces act on the object.

a)

True

b)

False

88.

What force is acting from the surface of the desk onto the laptop resting on the surface?

a)

magnetic

b)

electric

c)

normal

89.

What force is acting from the surface of the desk onto the laptop resting on the surface?

a)

magnetic

b)

electric

c)

normal

90.

How does friction affect speed?

a)

more friction decreases speed

b)

more friction increases speed

c)

less friction decreases speed

91.

Find the net force: 15 N to the right, and another 15 newtons to the right.

a)

0 N Right

b)

0 N Left

c)

30 N Left

d)

30 N Right

92.

Which one is balanced?

a)

top

b)

bottom

c)

both

93.

If a person is picking up a book with the force of 50 N and the gravity is pushing down with 15 N, what is the net force?

a)

50 N

b)

35 N

c)

65 N

d)

15 N

94.

Is the Net Force balanced or Unbalanced?

a)

Balanced

b)

Unbalanced

95.

How do you find the net force of this image.

a)

Add up all the arrows

b)

Add a green arrow and the orange arrow.

c)

Subtract all the arrows.

d)

Add the green arrows and subtract the orange arrow.

96.
As mass increases, what happens to the gravitational force?
a)
It increases.
b)
It decreases.
c)
It stays the same.
d)
It acts as a 3rd degree derivative function.
97.
 What is the unit that measures force?
a)
Weight
b)
Net force
c)
Newton
d)
Kilogram
98.

What is another term for a normal force?

a)

abnormal force

b)

reaction force

c)

applied force

d)

gravity

99.

If an object is in free fall, what forces are acting on it?

a)

Only gravity

b)

Gravity and friction

c)

Gravity and normal force

d)

Gravity and magnetism

100.

Which of the following surfaces would likely have the least friction?

a)

Sandpaper

b)

Ice

c)

Carpet

d)

Grass

101.

Which force is responsible for keeping a book at rest on a table?

a)

Gravity

b)

Friction

c)

Normal force

d)

Magnetism

102.

Which of the following is an example of friction in everyday life?

a)

A magnet sticking to a refrigerator

b)

A book sliding across a table and stopping

c)

A ball falling to the ground

d)

A car accelerating on a highway

103.

What is the force that pulls objects toward the center of the Earth?

a)

Friction

b)

Gravity

c)

Magnetism

d)

Normal force