What is radiation in terms of thermal energy transfer?
Energy, Resources, Plate Tectonics, Rock Cycle Exam

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Radiation is the transfer of heat through electromagnetic waves, such as the heat felt from the sun or a fire.
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What type of rock is marble classified as?
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Marble is classified as a metamorphic rock, formed from limestone under heat and pressure.
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What occurs when pressure builds between two tectonic plates?
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When pressure builds between two tectonic plates, it can suddenly release, causing an earthquake.
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What is acid rain and how does it affect gravestones?
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Acid rain is precipitation that contains high levels of sulfuric and nitric acids, which can slowly break down materials like marble, causing discoloration.
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Define a nonrenewable resource.
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A nonrenewable resource is a resource that exists in limited supply and is used up faster than it is replaced.
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What is conduction in thermal energy transfer?
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Conduction is the transfer of heat through direct contact between materials, such as touching a hot stove.
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What is convection in thermal energy transfer?
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Convection is the transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (liquids or gases), where warmer areas rise and cooler areas sink.
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