4th Grade Semester Test Review

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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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NGSS.MS-PS2-1

NGSS.MS-PS2-2

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What is motion?

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Motion is the change in position of an object over time.

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter. It is the energy of moving particles.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

NGSS.MS-PS3-3

NGSS.MS-PS3-4

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What is an insulator?

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An insulator is a material that does not allow heat or electricity to pass through it easily.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-3

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What is a conductor?

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A conductor is a material that allows heat or electricity to pass through it easily.

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NGSS.MS-PS2-3

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What is the best thermal insulator among common materials?

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Styrofoam is often considered one of the best thermal insulators.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-3

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What happens to thermal energy when a hot object is placed in a cooler environment?

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The thermal energy will transfer from the hot object to the cooler environment until they reach the same temperature.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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What is the role of a circuit in electrical experiments?

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A circuit allows electricity to flow through it, enabling devices like light bulbs to work.

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What is the difference between an electrical conductor and an electrical insulator?

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An electrical conductor allows electricity to flow through it, while an electrical insulator does not.

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What is the scientific method?

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The scientific method is a process used to conduct experiments and make observations to answer questions.

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NGSS.MS-ETS1-4