5th Grade Checkpoint #3 Review

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What is a river delta?

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A river delta is a landform that forms at the mouth of a river where it meets a larger body of water, typically shaped like a triangle.

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What process causes delta formation?

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The process that causes delta formation is the deposition of sediments.

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What is an amphibian?

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An amphibian is a type of animal that can live both in water and on land, such as frogs and salamanders.

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What tool allows scientists to observe the smallest cells?

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A microscope allows scientists to observe the smallest cells.

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What must happen for a chemical reaction to occur?

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A new substance must be produced for a chemical reaction to occur.

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What is instinctual behavior?

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Instinctual behavior is a natural, unlearned behavior that an animal is born with, such as a spider spinning a web.

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What is deposition in the context of rivers?

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Deposition is the process by which sediments are laid down or settled at the mouth of a river.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from the Earth's surface by natural forces such as wind or water.

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What is the difference between a chemical change and a physical change?

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A chemical change results in the formation of new substances, while a physical change does not change the substance's chemical identity.

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What is an example of a learned behavior in animals?

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An example of a learned behavior is a chimpanzee using tools to find food.