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an 8th grade science review for the Florida Science State Assessment #science #review #middleschool
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1
Which of the following is an example of a physical change?
a sheet of paper being cut
wood burning
copper roof changing color
rust forming on an iron fence
2
Why is the gravity on Earth greater than the gravity on Mars?
Earth has less surface area than Mars.
Mars has a smaller radius than Earth.
Mars has less mass than Earth.
Earth has a thicker atmosphere than Mars.
3
Tim observes a nucleus and a very large vacuole. Which of the following is he observing?
an animal cell
a virus
a muscle cell
a plant cell
4
When Mendeleev created the first periodic table, how did he arrange the elements
In order of increasing atomic mass
In order of decreasing mass
In order of increasing atomic number
In order of increasing melting points and densities
5
During what phase can a lunar eclipse occur?
full moon
new moon
first quarter
waxing gibbous
6
Which statement is
not
part of the cell theory?
every living thing is made of one or more cells
All cells have a nucleus
cells come only from other living cells
cells carry out the functions needed to support life.
7
Which statement
best
describes the result of meiosis?
The daughter cells have half the number of chromosomes.
The daughter cells have twice the number of chromosomes
The daughter cells have the same number of chromosomes.
The daughter cells have four times the number of chromosomes
8
Which statement explains what would happen if Earth was
not
tilted on its axis?
There would be colder winters around the equator.
The Northern Hemisphere would be warmer than the Southern
The sun’s radiation would be the same over Earth’s surface.
There would be no change of seasons.
9
Why is it important for animals like the hares shown below to develop adaptations?
to help the hares survive in their environment
to help plants in the hares' ecosystems
to allow these two hares to swap- environments
to protect the hares' environment
10
Which word best describes the relationship between these three organisms?
competition
mutualism
cooperation
parasitism
11
What are the two forces that combine to keep the planets in orbit?
gravity and inertia
gravity and orbital speed
mass and inertia
orbital speed and mass
12
What is one major difference between food webs and food chains?
Food webs trace the source of energy to the Sun
Food webs contain multiple consumers using a single source
Food webs cross into more than one environment.
Food webs show multiple connections among organisms.
13
A solid block has a volume of 100 cm
3
and a mass of 200 g. What is the density of the block?
2,000 g/cm3
2 g/cm3
.5 g/cm3
200 g/cm3
14
Which word formula
best
describes the process of photosynthesis?
water + oxygen → sugar + carbon dioxide
sugar + oxygen → carbon dioxide + water
water + carbon dioxide → sugar + oxygen
sugar + carbon dioxide → water + oxygen
15
Which of these statements
best
describes weather?
The average yearly rainfall for this city is 2 centimeters.
This month, it rained on 9 out of 30 days.
It rained 2 centimeters this morning.
This summer, the city had 5 more rainy days than last summer
16
Earth is made of several layers. Which layer primarily produces Earth's magnetic field?
convecting mantle
solid metallic inner core
lithosphere
metallic liquid outer core
17
Which statement is true about the levels of organization in organisms?
Organ systems work alone
Tissues are found in unicellular organisms
Cells perform functions related to location in the organism
Organs cannot be found in plants
18
How does water move from the ocean to the atmosphere?
filtration
condensation
conduction
evaporation
19
a hetero tall plant(Tt) with a homozygous tall plant(TT).What % of the offspring will be tall?
100%
50%
25%
75%
20
Which is an accurate description of the layer of Earth called the mantle?
dense, hot layer of partially solid rock
inner liquid molten layer of rock
made of solid iron and nickel
outermost layer of the solid Earth
21
Which of these is NOT organized as DNA segments contributed by an organism to its offspring?
alleles
pedigrees
genes
chromosomes
22
Which of the following is the correct order of the objects from largest to smallest?
Milky Way, sun, solar system, universe
sun, sloar system, Milky Way, universe
universe, Milky Way, solar system, sun
solar system, universe, sun, Milky Way
23
Cellular respiration occurs in nearly all living cells. Why is it important to living things?
stores wastes
stores nutrients
provides energy
provides oxygen
24
Which of the sun's layers is the hottest?
convection zone
corona
photosphere
core
25
Which of the following was
most
important in forming the solar system?
gravity
darkness
cooling
evaporation
26
Tim is being weighed at the doctor's office. Tim's weight depends on which of the following?
density
mass
volume
height
27
Which statement describes the tissue found in living organisms?
Tissues are made up of a single type of atom.
Tissues are a collection of organs that have related roles
Tissues are the living components that make up cells.
Tissues are arranged according to function in organs.
28
Which of the following is an example of a heterogeneous mixture?
honey
soy sauce
lemonade
trail mix
29
Which of the following is the best description of an energy transformation that occurs in light
Chemical energy is transformed into electrical energy
Heat energy is transformed into light energy
Light energy is transformed into mechanical energy
Electrical energy is transformed into light and heat energy
30
Which level of organization does the stomach belong to?
tissues
organs
cells
atoms
31
The sugar in ice tea is considered which of the following?
Mixture
Solution
Solvent
Solute
32
Both a whale and a seaweed use which of the following to change glucose into energy?
bonding
photosynthesis
water
cellular respiration
33
What is the purpose of the reproductive system in the human body?
passing along genetic material to offspring
removing waste from the body
absorbing nutrients from foods
sending messages from the brain to other parts of the body
34
What are solar flares?
fires caused by the sun's rays
areas of cool gas on the sun's surface
gas eruptions on the sun
collapsed areas on the sun's surface
35
Which of the following statements about bases is true?
Bases have a slippery feel and a pH greater than that 7
Bases corrode metals and have a sour taste.
Bases have a pH less than 7.
Bases have a sour taste and turn blue litmus paper red.
36
How long will it take this object to travel 45 meters?
20 seconds
10 seconds
3 seconds
15 seconds
37
What object is at the center of the solar sysem within the heliocentric model?
Sun
Mercury
Moon
Earth
38
Which statement is true about DNA?
DNA contains genes that code for specific traits
DNA is not necessary for an organism to reproduce.
DNA of the offspring is not dependent upon the parent.
DNA is an exact copy from parent to offspring.
39
What do all inner planets have in common?
They have the same period of rotation.
They are relatively small and have rocky surfaces
They are relatively large and have gaseous surfaces.
They have the same period of revolution.
40
Which pair of organisms listed in the table are most closely related?
the dog and robin
whale and dog
beetle and robin
robin and whale
41
What is the difference between a domain and a kingdom?
Domains came before kingdoms were used in classification
domain is a more broad level of organization than a kingdom.
There are more domains than there are kingdoms.
42
What is released when a block of wood is rubbed with sandpaper?
moisture
heat
sparks
air
43
Which of the following is the smallest?
universe
galaxy
solar system
sun
44
Which group contains the most elements?
transition elements
metalloids
metals
nonmetals
45
Which parts of the atom move around the nucleus?
neutrons
atomic mass
electrons
protons
46
Based on the pH given on the pH scale, which of the following solutions is the
most
acidic?
bleach
tomatoes
baking soda
lemon juice
47
Which type of force could be used to pull up on a metal paper clip without touching it?
magnetic force
force of gravity
elastic force
force of friction
48
Which of these objects is made of cells?
snow
trees
rocks
water
49
Which of the following is the best example of a solution?
A chocolate chip cookie
Lemonade made of water, lemonade powder mix, and sugar
Trail mix made of raisins, peanuts, and chocolate candies
An omelet made of scrambled eggs and cheddar cheese
50
According to the Periodic Table, which set of elements has the most similar properties?
H,C, I
He, H, Al
He, Ne , Ar
Na, Ca, Al
51
Which of Earth's spheres includes Earth's interior, rocks, minerals and landforms?
geosphere
atmosphere
hydrosphere
cryosphere
52
Which statement describes climate?
It rained everyday for a week.
A thunderstorm is predicted for tomorrow night.
During winter there is snow for at least one month.
It is sunny with clear skies today.
53
Which distance is the greatest?
the distance across the Milky Way galaxy
the distance to the nearest star cluster
the distance across the solar system
the distance to the nearest galaxy
54
What is a galaxy?
unidentified object that can be seen w/ a telescope
collection of asteroids, dust, and gases orbiting
a solar system containing more than one star larger than sun
billions of stars and their satellites held together gravity
55
Why are colder temperatures normal in the winter months?
The Sun’s rays hit Earth at an angle during the winter.
The Sun is farther away from Earth in the winter
The Sun emits more energy during the summer months.
The Sun heats Earth evenly only in the summer months.
56
What is the energy of a pencil as it falls to the floor?
Kinetic energy is created as potential energy is destroyed.
Potential energy is created as potential energy is destroyed
Kinetic energy is converted into potential energy.
Potential energy is converted into kinetic energy.
57
Which of the polar bear’s adaptations would be a disadvantage if it lived in a rain forest?
lack of hibernation
layers of insulation
very wide paws
sharp teeth
58
Which of the following is the smallest
galaxy
solar system
universe
sun
59
The surface temperature of a star is indicated by which characteristic?
absolute brightness
shape
color
size
60
Which of these is an example of a chemical change?
B.milk turning sour when left in a warm place
C.mixing milk into a glass with chocolate powder
A.storing milk by putting it into the freezer
D.allowing milk to evaporate, leaving behind milk powder.
61
Which job is performed by the cell wall of a plant?
maintaining shape
passing on genetic material
controlling functions
breaking down material
62
Which of these combinations identifies the appropriate labels in the order (1, 2, 3)?
DNA, gene, chromosome
chromosome, gene, DNA
chromosome, DNA, gene
DNA, chromosome, gene
63
Which organelles are found in plant cells but
not
in animal cells?
chloroplasts
cell membranes
cytoplasm
vacuoles
64
Bo stirred 10 grams of salt into a pot of water until he could no longer see any grains of salt
solute
solvent
mixture
solution
65
Which of the following statements is a component of basic cell theory?
All organisms are made up of two or more cells
All living cells came from other pre-existing cells
All cells gain energy from other cells
All cells are able to produce their own food
66
What does the atomic number of an element represent?
neutrons in the outer shell
electrons in the outer shell
protons in the nucleus
electrons in the nucleus
67
What happens during photosynthesis?
The cell uses the energy in sunlight to make sugar.
The cell uses glucose to make oxygen.
The cell uses the energy in sunlight to make carbon dioxide.
The cell uses oxygen to make glucose.
68
Which of the following statements about acids is
true
?
Acids have a slippery feel and turn red litmus paper blue.
Acids corrode platinum and gold and have a bitter taste.
Acids have a sour taste and turn blue litmus paper red.
pH greater than 7
69
In which case is the gravitational force between two objects the LEAST?
Two bowling balls are 1 centimeter apart.
A bowling ball and a marble are 1 centimeter apart.
Two marbles are 10 centimeters apart.
A marble and a golf ball are 10 centimeters apart.
70
Approximately how far does the object travel in 20 seconds?
15 meters
40 meters
20 meters
10 meters
71
How many protons does an atom of Krypton have?
83
18
72
36
72
Which is the smallest unit of life in a living organism?
Nucleus
Tissue
Cell
Organ
