5th Grade 5th 6 Weeks

When comparing weathering and erosion, which statement is true?

• weathering and erosion result in the formation of sedimentary rock.

• weathering and erosion cause glaciers to form

• weathering and erosion always deposit sediment as the occur

• weathering and erosion cause volcanoes to erupt

All of these processes are related to the formation of sedimentary rocks EXCEPT

• compaction

• cementation

• deposition

• condensation

What process results in the formation of fossil fuels?

• depositing of pollution on ocean floor

• pressure on the remains of plants and animals

• melting of small rocks

• weathering and erosion of large rocks

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Which of the following is the product of a plant heated, pressured, and compacted for ten centuries?

• soil

• new trees

• oil

• seeds

Which of the following tools would help a person find their way if they were lost in the forest?

• stop watch

• microscope

• compass

• meter stick

Which of these shows person using an alternative energy source to perform a task?

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Which form of energy is used to turn on a light switch?

• light energy

• thermal energy

• electrical energy

• mechanical energy

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A windmill uses the same type of energy as-

• a solar panel powered by light energy

• an iron powered by thermal energy

• a fan powered by electric energy

• a pinwheel powered by mechanical energy

Which of the following forms of energy is released when wood is burned?

• magnetic

• solar

• light

• electrical

What types of energy does the toy oven use to bake cakes?

• electrical and thermal

• mechanical and electrical

• thermal and mechanical

• light and sound