Back From Break Brain Warm Up

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What is a cold front?

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A cold front is a boundary where a rapidly moving cold air mass runs into a warm air mass, causing the cold air to slide under the warm air.

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What is the atomic number of an element with 7 protons?

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The atomic number is 7, which corresponds to the element nitrogen.

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Which rock layer contains the newest fossils?

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The newest fossils are found in the topmost rock layer, labeled F.

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What is a conductor?

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A conductor is a material that allows electrons to flow easily, such as metals like copper.

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What is a compound?

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A compound is a substance formed when two or more elements are chemically bonded together, such as H2O (water).

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What happens at a warm front?

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At a warm front, a warm air mass moves over a cold air mass, leading to gradual temperature increases and often resulting in precipitation.

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What is the difference between a conductor and an insulator?

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A conductor allows electricity to flow easily, while an insulator resists the flow of electricity.

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What is the significance of protons in an atom?

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Protons determine the atomic number of an element and its identity.

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What is the geological time scale?

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The geological time scale is a system of chronological dating that relates geological strata to time.

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What is the process of fossilization?

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Fossilization is the process by which organic material is preserved in sedimentary rock over millions of years.