Exploring Science Concepts

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What is the Big Bang Theory?

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The Big Bang Theory is the leading explanation for the origin and evolution of the universe.

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Name the planets in our solar system.

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Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune

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What is the primary source of energy for life on Earth?

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The Sun

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Describe the phases of the moon.

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The phases of the moon are: New Moon, Waxing Crescent, First Quarter, Waxing Gibbous, Full Moon, Waning Gibbous, Last Quarter, and Waning Crescent.

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What are the three states of matter?

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solid, liquid, gas

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Define an atom and a molecule.

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An atom is the smallest unit of an element; a molecule is a group of two or more atoms bonded together.

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What happens during a physical change?

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The substance changes its form or appearance without altering its chemical composition.

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How can mixtures be classified?

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Mixtures can be classified as homogeneous or heterogeneous.

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What is the difference between a conductor and an insulator?

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Conductors allow electricity to flow; insulators do not.

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Example of a simple machine and its function: Inclined Plane, Wheel and Axle, Lever, Pulley

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Lever