Spring Break Science

Which sequence best describes the construction of a delta from the youngest formation to the oldest formation?

• A-C-B-D
• C-A-D-B
• C-A-B-D
• B-D-A-C

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What is the primary reason for the change in seasons, such as spring?

• The tilt of the Earth's axis

• The distance of Earth from the Sun

• The rotation of the Earth

• The gravitational pull of the Moon

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Which of the following best describes a spring tide?

• A tide with the greatest difference between high and low water

• A tide with the least difference between high and low water

• A tide that occurs only in spring

• A tide that occurs only in autumn

During spring, many plants begin to grow and flower. What process in plants is primarily responsible for this growth?

• Photosynthesis

• Respiration

• Transpiration

• Fermentation

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What is the main factor that triggers the migration of birds during spring?

• Changes in temperature

• Availability of food

• Length of daylight

• Predator presence

Which of the following is a common experiment to demonstrate the concept of buoyancy?

• Floating an egg in saltwater

• Mixing vinegar and baking soda

• Burning magnesium ribbon

• Electrolysis of water

What is the chemical formula for glucose, a sugar produced by plants during photosynthesis?

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In which layer of the atmosphere does most weather, including spring showers, occur?

• Troposphere

• Stratosphere

• Mesosphere

• Thermosphere

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What is the term for the study of weather and atmospheric conditions?

• Meteorology

• Geology

• Astronomy

• Biology

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Which of the following best explains why we experience more daylight in spring?

• The Earth's axis is tilted towards the Sun

• The Earth is closer to the Sun

• The Sun is larger in spring

• The Moon reflects more sunlight

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