4th Grade Amplify Science Earth's Features NGSS Standards Flashcard

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What is the Law of Superposition?

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In undisturbed layers of rock, the oldest layers are at the bottom and the youngest layers are at the top.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

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What are fossils?

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Fossils are the preserved remains or traces of ancient living organisms.

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NGSS.MS-LS4-1

NGSS.MS-LS4-2

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What is sedimentary rock?

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Sedimentary rock is formed from particles of sand, shells, pebbles, and other fragments of material that accumulate in layers.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from the Earth's surface by wind, water, or ice.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the breaking down of rocks and minerals into smaller pieces by natural processes.

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What is a volcano?

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A volcano is an opening in the Earth's crust where molten rock, ash, and gases can escape.

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What is an earthquake?

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An earthquake is the shaking of the surface of the Earth resulting from a sudden release of energy in the Earth's lithosphere.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

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What is the difference between a fossil and a rock?

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A fossil is a remnant of a living organism, while a rock is a solid mass of minerals or mineral-like matter.

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What is the role of water in fossil formation?

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Water helps minerals replace the original remains of organisms, leading to fossilization.

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What is a geologist?

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A geologist is a scientist who studies the Earth, its materials, and the processes that shape it.