Earth Science SOL Review #3

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What are metamorphic rocks with a layered or banded appearance called?

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Foliated

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

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What geologic processes are commonly occurring in the Coastal Plain region of Virginia?

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Erosion and Deposition

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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How do you calculate the density of a mineral?

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Density = Mass/Volume. For example, if a mineral has a mass of 8.37g and a volume of 3.1cm³, the density is 2.7g/cm³.

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What type of energy is derived from the sun?

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Solar energy.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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What process is modeled by mixing soil with water and allowing it to settle?

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Deposition of sediment in a lake bed.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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Define 'foliated' in the context of metamorphic rocks.

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Foliated refers to metamorphic rocks that have a layered or banded appearance due to the alignment of mineral grains.

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What is the significance of erosion in the Coastal Plain region?

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Erosion shapes the landscape by removing soil and rock, contributing to the formation of various landforms.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is the difference between erosion and deposition?

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Erosion is the process of wearing away and transporting materials, while deposition is the accumulation of those materials in a new location.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is the hardness of a mineral with a hardness of 6?

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It is classified as moderately hard, capable of scratching minerals with a hardness of 5 or lower.

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What is the role of solar energy in Earth's systems?

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Solar energy drives weather patterns, photosynthesis in plants, and influences climate.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

NGSS.MS-LS1-6