UIL Science 24-25

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What is Newton's 3rd Law of Motion?

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For every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction.

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What is an invasive species?

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An invasive species is a non-native organism that spreads widely in a new environment and causes harm to native species.

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What can solar winds from the sun affect?

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Solar winds can disturb satellites, spacecraft, and the Earth’s electric-power grid.

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What is the speed of sound in air?

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The speed of sound in air is approximately 343 meters per second (not 4012 as incorrectly stated).

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Why does the moon always show the same side to the Earth?

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The moon rotates on its axis in the same time it takes to orbit the Earth, keeping the same side facing us.

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What is the definition of a native species?

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A native species is a species that naturally occurs in a particular region or ecosystem.

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What is the difference between an exotic species and an invasive species?

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An exotic species is non-native but may not cause harm, while an invasive species spreads and harms the ecosystem.

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What is the role of solar flares?

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Solar flares are bursts of radiation from the sun that can affect space weather and technology on Earth.

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What is the definition of a medium in the context of sound?

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A medium is a substance through which sound waves travel, such as air, water, or solids.

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What happens to sound speed in different mediums?

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Sound travels at different speeds depending on the medium; it travels fastest in solids, slower in liquids, and slowest in gases.