Unit 3

Unit 3

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Science

12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is Isostasy?

Back

The Earth's crust and mantle are in a state of gravitational balance, adjusting to the weight of overlying materials.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is Fracture deformation?

Back

When rock deforms and breaks apart.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a Caldera?

Back

A large volcanic crater formed by a major eruption leading to the collapse of the mouth of the volcano.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an Focus?

Back

The true origin of an earthquake.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is Convection?

Back

Heat transfer through the movement of a fluid, where warmer, less dense fluid rises and cooler, denser fluid sinks.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the difference between the Earth's crust and mantle?

Back

The crust is the outermost layer of the Earth, while the mantle is the layer beneath the crust, composed of semi-solid rock.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What causes earthquakes?

Back

Earthquakes are caused by the sudden release of energy in the Earth's crust, often due to tectonic plate movements.

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