Mid Term Review

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What are the charges of subatomic particles?

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Protons have a positive charge, electrons have a negative charge, and neutrons have no charge.

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Where is the sun located in the Milky Way galaxy?

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The sun is located on an arm of a spiral-shaped galaxy.

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What is the effect of an unbalanced force on an object?

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An unbalanced force causes an object to accelerate in the direction of the force.

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What is the relationship between ocean temperatures and hurricane frequency?

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Higher ocean temperatures in August contribute to more hurricanes compared to January.

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What is the formula to calculate acceleration?

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Acceleration = Net Force / Mass.

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What is the role of Earth's axis in seasons?

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Earth's tilt on its axis causes different seasons as it orbits the sun.

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What is a newton?

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A newton is the unit of force in the International System of Units (SI), defined as the force required to accelerate a one-kilogram mass by one meter per second squared.

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What is the definition of a force?

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A force is a push or pull that can cause an object to accelerate, change direction, or change shape.

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What is the significance of the Milky Way galaxy?

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The Milky Way is the galaxy that contains our solar system and is a barred spiral galaxy.

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What is the difference between mass and weight?

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Mass is the amount of matter in an object, while weight is the force exerted by gravity on that mass.