5th Grade Science Review

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What is conduction?

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Conduction is the transfer of heat through direct contact between materials. It occurs when faster-moving particles collide with slower-moving ones, transferring energy.

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What is a nonrenewable resource?

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A nonrenewable resource is a natural resource that cannot be replaced as quickly as it is used, such as coal, oil, and natural gas.

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What is the difference between a solid and a gas?

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A solid has a definite shape and volume, while a gas has no definite shape or volume and expands to fill its container.

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What is the property of minerals that describes how they break?

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Cleavage is the property of minerals that describes how they break along specific planes, resulting in smooth surfaces.

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What type of rock is formed from the accumulation of sediment?

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Sedimentary rock is formed from the accumulation and compaction of sediment, often containing fossils.

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What is the definition of hardness in minerals?

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Hardness is a measure of a mineral's resistance to scratching, often determined using the Mohs scale.

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What is the process of melting?

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Melting is the process where a solid turns into a liquid when heat is applied.

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What is the definition of a fossil?

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A fossil is the preserved remains or traces of a once-living organism, often found in sedimentary rocks.

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What is the difference between igneous and metamorphic rocks?

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Igneous rocks are formed from cooled magma or lava, while metamorphic rocks are formed from existing rocks that have been changed by heat and pressure.

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What is the water cycle?

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