FSSA Review 1

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What is a habitat?

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A habitat is the natural home or environment of an organism.

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What type of rock is formed from cooled magma or lava?

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Igneous rock is formed from cooled magma or lava.

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Which organ sends chemicals to the small intestine to help digest food?

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The pancreas sends chemicals to the small intestine to help digest food.

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Why do painted buntings travel to Florida in the fall?

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They travel to Florida in the fall to live where winter is warmer.

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What do the arrows in a melting ice pop diagram represent?

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The arrows represent heat energy transferring from the air to the ice pop, causing a change in state.

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What is an ecosystem?

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An ecosystem is a community of living organisms and their physical environment interacting as a system.

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What is the difference between igneous and sedimentary rocks?

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Igneous rocks are formed from cooled magma or lava, while sedimentary rocks are formed from the accumulation of sediment.

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What role does the pancreas play in digestion?

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The pancreas produces enzymes that help break down food in the small intestine.

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What is migration in animals?

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Migration is the seasonal movement of animals from one region to another for feeding or breeding.

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous process by which water moves from the earth's surface to the atmosphere and back.