NYS Science State Test Review

Which sequence lists the hereditary material found inside cells from the smallest unit to the largest?

• Chromosome --> gene --> nucleus
• Chromosome --> nucleus --> gene
• gene --> nucleus --> chromosome
• gene --> chromosome --> nucleus

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NGSS.MS-LS3-1

Which of the following is NOT an example of natural selection? 

• People selectively breeding hamsters.
• Insect populations developing resistance to certain pesticides.
• Bacteria becoming resistant to antibiotics.
• Male birds of certain species developing colorful feathers to attract female mates.

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NGSS.MS-LS4-4

NGSS.MS-LS4-6

How many protons are in this element?

• 79
• 196
• 117
• Cannot be determined

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NGSS.MS-PS1-1

Which of the following is NOT an example of a physical change?

• crumpled paper
• pencil sharpening
• shrunken clothing
• sour milk

Which energy source is non-renewable?

• Solar
• Wind
• Water
• Oil

Which part of the plant makes the food?

• roots
• stem
• leaf
• flower

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NGSS.MS-LS1-6

What process occurs when light energy is captured in autotrophs and converted into sugar?

• Photosynthesis
• Cellular Respiration

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NGSS.MS-LS1-6

What is the ultimate ORIGINAL source of energy for living things

• Sugar
• Sun
• Moon
• Carbon Dioxide

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NGSS.MS-LS1-6

NGSS.MS-LS2-3

Which of the following is an example of a HETEROTROPH?

• Grass
• Algae
• Lemon Tree
• Bear

Which of the following is an example of an AUTOTROPH?

• Appletree
• Dog
• Mushroom
• Human

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NGSS.MS-LS1-6

NGSS.MS-LS2-3