Grade 8 Intermediate-Level Science Test- 2014

Specialized cells protect the human body from disease-causing microbes by

Which diagram best represents the refraction of light?

The differences in beak shape are examples of

A body cell that is undergoing abnormal cell division is most likely

A main function of a plant’s seed is to

Which model can be used to trace genetic inheritance?

Which element from the table chemically reacts in a similar way to the element chlorine (Cl)?

Which element is classified as a noble gas?

Which process is represented by the four stages in this diagram?

One example of matter is

Which type of air mass forms over the ocean near the equator?

A green plant absorbs light. A frog eats flies.These are both examples of how organisms

The sequence of diagrams best shows that, over time,

Volcanic eruptions are caused primarily by the movement of

In which labeled space on the portion of the table should the element lead (Pb) be placed?

Transferring a section of DNA from one organism into the DNA of another organism is called

Which process results in the formation of a new cell with a full set of chromosomes?

A major function of a plant’s roots is to

Which energy resource is considered non-renewable?

Which process in an apple tree primarily results from cell division?

When a certain type of tree’s roots need a fungus present in order to grow, the relationship is

Carbon dioxide is an example of

A single human body cell typically contains thousands of

Which cell structure is represented by X?

Which process releases energy from digested food?

Most hormones are produced by which human organ system?

Which weather condition commonly occurs along a cold front?