Across
- 2. an illusion often seen in deserts or hot roads where it looks like there is water but there isn’t
- 7. the force that pulls objects toward the earth keeping people and things from floating away
- 8. the preserved remains or traces of ancient plants or animals found in rocks over millions of years
- 9. the path an object like a planet or moon follows as it moves around another object in space
- 10. a large mass of snow ice or rocks that suddenly falls down a mountain with great force
- 13. an object made by people long ago that helps scientists learn about history and ancient civilizations
- 14. the study or practice of flying aircraft including airplanes helicopters and other flying vehicles
- 15. a machine sent into space to orbit the earth and send information for communication weather and research
- 17. a violent storm with strong winds that spin in circles often causing heavy rain and flooding
- 19. a substance in food that helps the body grow stay healthy and have energy like vitamins and minerals
Down
- 1. the line where the sky seems to meet the land or ocean often seen at sunrise or sunset
- 3. a gas in the air that people animals and plants need to breathe and stay alive
- 4. the speed and direction an object is moving often used in science physics and sports
- 5. something unknown or difficult to explain that makes people curious and eager to find the answer
- 6. a glass tank or building where fish and other water animals live and can be observed by people
- 11. a tool with a needle that always points north helping people find directions when traveling
- 12. the design and construction of buildings bridges and other structures using creativity and engineering
- 13. the height of something above the ground or sea level often used when talking about airplanes or mountains
- 16. a small icy object that orbits the sun and sometimes has a glowing tail when it gets close
- 18. the money used in a country including coins and paper bills for buying and selling things
