MAP Core Concepts and Principles 3

Question 1

Which two products are made by plants during photosynthesis?

Accepted Answer

Glucose and oxygen

Answer

Photosynthesis uses light, water, and carbon dioxide to produce glucose and oxygen.

Question 2

A student tests how the amount of fertilizer affects plant height. What is the independent variable?

Accepted Answer

Amount of fertilizer

Answer

The independent variable is the factor the experimenter deliberately changes.

Question 3

When a swimmer pushes backward on the water and moves forward, which law of motion is shown?

Accepted Answer

Newton's third law

Answer

Newton's third law states every action has an equal and opposite reaction.

Question 4

In the water cycle, liquid water changing into water vapor because of the sun's heat is called:

Accepted Answer

Evaporation

Answer

Evaporation is the change of liquid water to a gas when heated.

Question 5

What is the basic structural and functional unit of all living things?

Accepted Answer

Cell

Answer

Cell theory states the cell is the basic unit of life.

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