Science Final

Front

What is convection?

Back

Convection is the transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (liquids or gases). An example is warm air rising in a home.

Front

What does homozygous recessive mean?

Back

Homozygous recessive refers to having two copies of the same recessive allele for a trait.

Front

What is kinetic energy?

Back

Kinetic energy is the energy an object possesses due to its motion.

Front

Where is kinetic energy greatest on a roller coaster?

Back

Kinetic energy is greatest at the lowest point of the roller coaster, where the speed is highest.

Front

What do plants need to survive?

Back

Plants need water, sunshine, and nutrients to survive.

Front

What is the difference between homozygous and heterozygous?

Back

Homozygous means having two identical alleles for a trait, while heterozygous means having two different alleles.

Front

What is an example of conduction?

Back

An example of conduction is a cooking pan on a burner becoming hot to the touch.

Front

What is the role of sunlight in photosynthesis?

Back

Sunlight provides the energy needed for plants to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.

Front

What is the definition of a recessive allele?

Back

A recessive allele is an allele that only expresses its trait when two copies are present.

Front

What is the principle of energy conservation?

Back

The principle of energy conservation states that energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed from one form to another.