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What is the formula for calculating speed?

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Speed = Distance / Time

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True or False: An object in motion will stay in motion unless acted upon by an external force.

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True

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Fill in the blank: The unit of force in the International System of Units is the ______.

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Newton

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What is the process of photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants use sunlight to synthesize foods with the help of chlorophyll.

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Which gas is a product of photosynthesis?

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Oxygen

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What is the difference between speed and velocity?

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Speed is a scalar quantity that refers to how fast an object is moving, while velocity is a vector quantity that includes both speed and direction.

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What is the Law of Conservation of Energy?

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Energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed from one form to another.

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What is the pH scale used for?

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The pH scale is used to measure the acidity or alkalinity of a solution.

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True or False: A solution with a pH of 7 is considered neutral.

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True

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What is the primary function of the respiratory system?

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The primary function of the respiratory system is to facilitate gas exchange, specifically the intake of oxygen and the removal of carbon dioxide.

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What is the chemical formula for water?

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H2O

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Fill in the blank: The process of converting a liquid to a gas is called ______.

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Evaporation

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What are the three states of matter?

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Solid, liquid, and gas

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What is an ecosystem?

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An ecosystem is a community of living organisms interacting with their physical environment.

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True or False: All ecosystems are the same.

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False

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What is the role of decomposers in an ecosystem?

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Decomposers break down dead organic material and recycle nutrients back into the ecosystem.

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What is the definition of an atom?

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An atom is the smallest unit of matter that retains the properties of an element.

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What are the three subatomic particles of an atom?

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Protons, neutrons, and electrons

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Fill in the blank: The center of an atom is called the ______.

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Nucleus

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What is a chemical bond?

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A chemical bond is the attraction between atoms that enables the formation of chemical compounds.

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What is the difference between an ionic bond and a covalent bond?

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An ionic bond is formed through the transfer of electrons, while a covalent bond is formed through the sharing of electrons.

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What is the main component of the Earth’s atmosphere?

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True or False: The Earth is the only planet known to support life.

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What is the function of the circulatory system?

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The circulatory system is responsible for transporting blood, nutrients, gases, and waste products throughout the body.

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What is the primary organ of the circulatory system?
The heart
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What is an example of a renewable energy source?
Solar energy
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Fill in the blank: The process by which plants release water vapor into the atmosphere is called ______.
Transpiration
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What is the main purpose of the scientific method?
The scientific method is used to systematically investigate phenomena, acquire new knowledge, or correct and integrate previous knowledge.
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What is a hypothesis?
A hypothesis is a proposed explanation for a phenomenon, which can be tested through experimentation.
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What is the difference between a theory and a law in science?
A theory is a well-substantiated explanation of an aspect of the natural world, while a law describes a universal relationship under certain conditions.
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What is the significance of a control group in an experiment?
A control group is used as a baseline to compare against the experimental group, helping to isolate the effects of the independent variable.
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True or False: Only living organisms can reproduce.
True
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What is the main function of DNA?
DNA carries genetic information necessary for the growth, development, and reproduction of organisms.
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What is the process of cell division called?
Mitosis
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Fill in the blank: The smallest unit of life is the ______.
Cell
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What are the main components of a cell membrane?
Phospholipids and proteins
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What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?
Ribosomes are the sites of protein synthesis in the cell.
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What is the function of chloroplasts?
Chloroplasts are responsible for photosynthesis in plant cells.
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True or False: All cells have a nucleus.
False
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What is the main difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?
Prokaryotic cells do not have a nucleus or membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells do.
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What is the relationship between mass and weight?
Weight is the force exerted by gravity on an object, while mass is the amount of matter in an object.
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Fill in the blank: The formula for calculating density is ______.
Density = Mass / Volume
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What is the primary source of energy for the Earth?
The Sun
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What is an example of a non-renewable energy source?
Coal
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What is the role of enzymes in biological processes?
Enzymes act as catalysts to speed up chemical reactions in living organisms.
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True or False: All enzymes are proteins.
True
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What is the main function of the nervous system?
The nervous system coordinates the body's response to internal and external stimuli.
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What are neurons?
Neurons are the basic building blocks of the nervous system that transmit signals.