Physical Science Benchmark Review

Front

What is the smallest common particle in the atom?

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Electron

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What are the vertical columns in the periodic table called?

Back

Groups

Front

What is the variable that is manipulated in an experiment?

Back

Independent variable

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What is the term for a material that slows down the flow of electricity and converts some electrical energy into heat?

Back

Resistance

Front

How do you convert 0.25 m to mm?

Back

250 mm

Front

What is the term for the horizontal rows in the periodic table?

Back

Periods

Front

What is the basic unit of electric current?

Back

Ampere (A)

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What is the formula for calculating density?

Back

Density = Mass/Volume

Front

What is the term for the energy stored in an object due to its position?

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Potential Energy

Front

What is the law that states energy cannot be created or destroyed?

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Law of Conservation of Energy