VA Science SOL Review

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What is the ozone layer?

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A region of Earth's stratosphere that absorbs most of the sun's harmful ultraviolet radiation.

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Why is the ozone layer important?

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Because it blocks harmful ultraviolet rays.

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What does Newton's 2nd Law state?

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The force of an object is equal to its mass multiplied by acceleration (F = ma).

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What is climate?

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A long-term weather pattern, including temperature, precipitation, and wind.

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What happens if precipitation increases within a watershed?

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Water levels would rise in tributaries, streams, and the water table.

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What is a reactant in a chemical reaction?

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The starting substance that undergoes change.

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What is a product in a chemical reaction?

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The ending substance that is formed as a result of the reaction.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to long-term patterns.

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What is the role of the sun in the water cycle?

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The sun provides energy for evaporation, which is a key process in the water cycle.

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What is an ecosystem?

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A community of living organisms and their interactions with the environment.

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