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2018 NYS 8th Grade Science Test Part 3
2018 NYS 8th Grade Science Test Part 3
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Continuation of Quiz based off the multiple choice portion of the 2018 NYS 8th Grade Science Test
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1
Which layer of Earth’s atmosphere contains the highest concentration of ozone?
(2) lower stratosphere
(3) upper troposphere
(1) middle stratosphere
(4) lower troposphere
2
Which two gases in our atmosphere are believed to contribute most to global warming?
(2) nitrogen and carbon dioxide
(3) methane and oxygen
(1) nitrogen and oxygen
(4) methane and carbon dioxide
3
Which set of Earth components is arranged in order from solid to liquid to gas?
(2) hydrosphere, lithosphere, atmosphere
(3) lithosphere, atmosphere, hydrosphere
(4) lithosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere
hydrosphere, atmosphere, lithosphere
4
The motions of comets and asteroids in our solar system are predictable because they are
(2) nearly spherical in shape
(3) in orbit around the Sun
(1) smaller than planets
(4) controlled by Earth’s gravity
5
If the volumes of two rocks are equal, the rock with the greater density has a
(2) smoother surface
(1) rounder shape
(3) greater mass
(4) smaller size
6
Which statement best explains why Lystrosaurus fossils are found on these two continents?
(3) Predators transported the remains of this dinosaur
(4) Glaciers transported the fossils to the two continents.
(2) Both continents were once joined together.
(1) This dinosaur could fly to distant locations.
7
What is the main source of energy for the water cycle?
(4) oceans
(1) the Moon
(3) winds
(2) the Sun
8
Which terms best describe the properties of a gas?
(3) no definite volume and a definite shape
(4) no definite volume and no definite shape
(1) definite volume and a definite shape
(2) definite volume and no definite shape
9
About how long would it take for am observer on Earth to view a complete cycle of Moon phase?
1 year
24 hours
1 month
12 hours
10
For which planet is the length of the planet’s day longer than the planet’s year?
Mercury
Earth
Mars
Venus
11
Which weather instrument is used to measure wind speed?
Weather vane
Barometer
Anemometer
Rain gauge
12
Which form of energy is being converted to electrical energy by batteries in the flashlight?
(3) solar
(4) sound
(2) nuclear
(1) chemical
13
Which best represents the percent of the lit side of the Moon that can be seen at each position
1
4
3
2
14
The plunge pool at the bottom of the waterfall was formed mainly by
(4) erosion
(1) deposition
(3) precipitation
(2) evaporation
