5th Grade Science Benchmark Review (5.5, 5.6, 5.7, 5.8)

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What is a closed switch?

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A closed switch is a switch that allows electricity to flow through a circuit, completing the circuit and powering devices like light bulbs.

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What happens when two magnets repel each other?

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When two magnets repel each other, they push away from each other due to their like poles (north-north or south-south) facing each other.

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What is an insulator?

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An insulator is a material that does not allow electricity or heat to pass through it easily. Examples include rubber, plastic, and wood.

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What is a conductor?

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A conductor is a material that allows electricity or heat to flow through it easily. Examples include metals like copper and aluminum.

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What is force?

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Force is a push or pull on an object that can cause it to move, stop, or change direction.

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What is density?

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Density is the mass of a substance divided by its volume. It determines whether an object will float or sink in a fluid.

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Why does oil float on water?

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Oil floats on water because it is less dense than water.

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What is friction?

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Friction is a force that opposes the motion of an object when it comes into contact with another surface.

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What is gravity?

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Gravity is the force that pulls objects toward each other, such as the force that pulls us toward the Earth.

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What is the difference between a push and a pull?

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A push is a force that moves an object away from you, while a pull is a force that brings an object closer to you.