Graphs and Tables

5th Grade Science Symposium

When finding a place to rest, which animal changes its environment the most?

A. Worm

B. Snake

C. Robin

D. Chimpanzee

Day HighTemperature (ºC)

LowTemperature (ºC)

SkyConditions

Wednesday 25ºC 20ºC Mostly Cloudy

Thursday 24ºC 19ºC Thunderstorms

Friday 23ºC 15ºC Rainy

Saturday 22ºC 11ºC Partly Cloudy

Sunday 22ºC 9ºC Sunny

Monday 20ºC 8ºC Thunderstorms

Tuesday 21ºC 7ºC Sunny

•What story is this table telling?•What title would you give this table?•What do the labels mean?•What patterns do you notice?

•**When looking at charts or graphs, look for each of these parts and check off that you understand what each part means on the test!!!!

Weather data for one week in Houston is shown on the table above. Between 0ºC and 20ºC is usually considered cool weather. Over 30ºC is considered hot weather. What day would be best for going on a nature hike in the park?

A ThursdayB FridayC SundayD Monday

DayHigh

Temperature (ºC)

LowTemperature

(ºC)

SkyConditions

Wednesday 25ºC 20ºC Mostly CloudyThursday 24ºC 19ºC Thunderstorms

Friday 23ºC 15ºC RainySaturday 22ºC 11ºC Partly CloudySunday 22ºC 9ºC SunnyMonday 20ºC 8ºC ThunderstormsTuesday 21ºC 7ºC Sunny

f eldspar34%

quartz42%

hornblende13%

mica11%

feldspar34%

quartz42%

hornblende13%

mica11%

The graph above shows the percentages of four minerals found in the rock. Which of the following is true according to the data represented in the graph?

A This rock is made mostly of feldspar.B The rock has a higher percentage of hornblende than quartz.C The percentage of mica in this rock is more than half.D There is a lower percentage of mica than the other minerals.

3.

How can the data in the graph above be analyzed and interpreted?

A The average yearly temperature in Waco is about 20.5ºC.B The temperature in Waco is becoming colder every year.C The temperature in Waco is becoming warmer every year.D The average temperature in Waco varies from year to year.

Hei

ght

(in c

m)

4

8

2

6

Week

1

Bean Plant Height

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

10

12

14

16

The bean’s height changed. If the growing trend continues, which of the following is the best prediction for the bean plant’s height for Week 10?

A 10 cmB 12 cmC 14 cmD 16 cm

Hei

ght

(in

cm)

4

8

2

6

Week1

Bean Plant Height

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

10

12

14

16

Tem

pera

ture

(°F)

40

50

60

70

Month

Feb MarJan Apr

Houston Average Monthly Temperatures2003 and 2004

2004

2003

During which month were the average temperatures the farthest apart?

A JanuaryB FebruaryC MarchD April

Tem

pera

ture

(°F)

40

50

60

70

Month

Feb MarJan Apr

Houston Average Monthly Temperatures2003 and 2004

2004

2003

An uncovered bowl of water was placed in the refrigerator. Each day the amount of water left in the bowl was recorded. Which graph probably shows the results?

What do the graphs suggest about the average yearly rainfall and the average yearly temperature in Waco, Texas?

A Years with lower average rainfall are warmer.B Years with lower average temperature have more rainfall.C The average temperature is not related to the average rainfall.D The average rainfall and the average temperature do not depend on the number of

cloudy days

Type of Wax Melting Point in ºC State of Wax

Bamboo Leaf Wax 79-80 No melting occurred.

Cape Berry Wax 41-45 Completely melted

Japan Wax 48-53 No melting occurred.

Paraffin Wax 49-63 No melting occurred.

Peat Wax 73-76 No melting occurred.

Wool Wax 36-43 Completely melted

Yellow Beeswax 62-65 No melting occurred

Several types of wax were heated in a metal pan on top of a stove.

Type of Wax Melting Point in ºC State of Wax

Bamboo Leaf Wax 79-80 No melting occurred.

Cape Berry Wax 41-45 Completely melted

Japan Wax 48-53 No melting occurred.

Paraffin Wax 49-63 No melting occurred.

Peat Wax 73-76 No melting occurred.

Wool Wax 36-43 Completely melted

Yellow Beeswax 62-65 No melting occurred

Several types of wax were heated in a metal pan on top of a stove. After analyzing the data in the table above, it can be concluded that the stove top temperature was—

A at least 43ºC, but cooler than 45ºCB at least 48ºC, but cooler than 53ºCC at least 41ºC, but cooler than 48ºCD at least 49ºC, but cooler than 49ºC

Several types of wax were heated in a metal pan on top of a stove.

Composition of the Earth's Atmosphere

78%

21%1%

NitrogenOxygenOther Gases

Composition of the Earth's Atmosphere

78%

21%1%

NitrogenOxygenOther Gases

5.2.D—#1What conclusion can be drawn from this graph detailing the gases that compose the Earth’s air?A Other gases make up a great part of the atmosphere.B There is more nitrogen in the atmosphere than oxygen.C There is more oxygen in the atmosphere than nitrogen.D There is about twice as much nitrogen as oxygen in the air.

The chart shows data collected when potted plants were placed in sunlight for different lengths of time. Which conclusion is best supported by the data?

A The plants that received 4 hours of sunlight a day had the most leaves.B The plants given less than 6 hours of sunlight a day had the thickest stems.C The plants that received 8 hours of sunlight a day grew the most.D The plants given more than 10 hours of sunlight a day wilted.

What conclusion can be drawn from this graph?

A A peach contains a lower percent of water than lettuce. B Lettuce contains a lower percent of water than bread. C A melon contains a higher percent of water than the other foods. D Bread contains the highest percent of water.

For two weeks, groups of plants of the same type were watered on four different schedules. According to the information in the table, this type of plant grows best if watered every —

A dayB 2 daysC 4 daysD 7 days

The table shows the time it took to freeze water in two different salt solutions with different salt content. According to the table —

A freezing rates are the same in each trialB water with more salt takes longer to freezeC water loses heat at a rate of 1°C per minuteD salt dissolves more quickly in small amounts of water

This plastic rain gauge is shown before and after a rainstorm. About how much rain in centimeters fell in the rain gauge during the storm? Record and bubble in your answer on the answer document.

A student grew two plants in science class. The student recorded observations in the table above. Based on the student’s observations, what is the most likely reason that Plant 1 grew taller than Plant 2?

A Plant 1 received more sunlight than Plant 2.B Plant 1 received more fresh air than Plant 2.C Plant 1 had more space to grow than Plant 2.D Plant 1 required less water to grow than Plant 2.

The graph shows how many individuals were found in a beetle colony. How many more beetles than mealworms were found in this colony?F 5G 8H 14J 32

Soil Sample Volume of water collected (mL)

Q 154

R 23

S 56

T 83

Four soil samples of equal volume were put in funnels with filter paper. 200 mL of water was added to each sample and the water that flowed out the bottom of the funnel was collected and measured. What can you determine about the soil samples from the data?

A Soil sample R retained the most water.B Soil sample T was the driest soil.C Soil sample Q has more organic matter.D Soil sample S was about half sand.

Soil Sample Volume of water collected (mL)

Q 154

R 23

S 56

T 83

Which of these foods would be the best choice for someone on a low-fat, low-sodium diet?A QB RC SD T

Similar containers were filled with different types of soil. Holes were poked into the bottom of each container, and 300 milliliters of water were added. The water that dripped out was collected and measured. According to the information in the table, which type of soil retained water best?

A Potting soilB Sandy soilC GravelD Clay

Which block pictured above has the greatest mass?A Block AB Block BC Block CD Block D

Amount of weight added to a top

Number of spins of the top

0 grams 45

5 grams 39

10 grams 30

15 grams 25

25 grams 10

Spins of a Top

Amount of weight added to a top

Number of spins of the top

0 grams 45

5 grams 39

10 grams 30

15 grams 25

25 grams 10

What conclusion is best supported by the data in this table?

A Adding weight to a top does not affect the number of spins the top makes.B Adding more weight to a top decreases the number of spins the top makes.C Adding more weight to a top makes the top spin at a faster speed.D Adding more weight to a top increases the number of spins the top makes.

Spins of a Top

ANSWERS To Slide Questions• Slide # 3 – D (chimpanzee)• Slide # 5 - C (Sunday)• Slide # 7 - D (Lower % of mica than other)• Slide # 9 - D (Average temp. in Waco varies)• Slide #11 - C (14 cm)• Slide #13 - A (January)• Slide #15 - C• Slide #17 - C (The average temp. is not related)• Slide #19 - C (At least 41c but cooler than 48c)• Slide #21 - B (more nitrogen in the air)• Slide #23 - C• Slide #25 – A (peach contains lower % of water)• Slide #27 – B (every 2 days)• Slide #29 – B (water with more salt takes longer to freeze)• Slide #31 – 2 cm or 20 ml• Slide #33 – A• Slide #35 – G• Slide #37 – A (soil sample R retained the most water)• Slide #39 – C• Slide #41 – A (potting soil)• Slide #43 – B (block B)• Slide #45 – B