Environmental Science Review

Environmental Science Review

Assessment

Flashcard

Science

10th Grade

Hard

NGSS
MS-LS2-3, MS-LS2-5, MS-ESS2-4

+5

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is denitrification?

Back

Denitrification is the process by which bacteria convert nitrates (NO3-) and nitrites (NO2-) back into nitrogen gas (N2), returning it to the atmosphere.

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS2-3

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What type of value is considered when asking if a marsh is included as part of a nature preserve to help protect water resources?

Back

Environmental value.

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS2-5

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a physical/structural adaptation?

Back

A physical/structural adaptation is a physical feature of an organism that enhances its survival, such as a monkey's long tail that helps it swing from branch to branch.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is mimicry in animals?

Back

Mimicry is when one animal resembles another animal, often for protection or to deceive predators.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the nitrogen cycle?

Back

The nitrogen cycle is the process by which nitrogen is converted between its various chemical forms, including nitrogen gas (N2), ammonia (NH4+), nitrites (NO2-), and nitrates (NO3-).

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS2-3

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the water cycle?

Back

The water cycle is the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth, involving processes like evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the carbon cycle?

Back

The carbon cycle is the series of processes by which carbon compounds are interconverted in the environment, including photosynthesis, respiration, and decomposition.

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS1-6

NGSS.MS-LS2-3

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