Unit 2 and 3

Front

What is the time difference between Las Vegas, Nevada and Phenix City, Alabama?

Back

Phenix City, Alabama is in the Central Time Zone, which is 2 hours ahead of Las Vegas, Nevada (Pacific Time Zone). Therefore, if it is 2:45 PM in Las Vegas, it is 5:45 PM in Phenix City.

Front

What type of rock is formed from cooled magma or lava?

Back

Igneous rock is formed from the cooling and solidification of magma or lava.

Front

What are contour lines on a topographic map?

Back

Contour lines are isolines that connect points of equal elevation on a topographic map.

Front

How wide is each time zone in degrees?

Back

Each time zone is approximately 15° wide.

Front

What is the process called when sediment is moved downstream by water?

Back

The process is called erosion.

Front

What is the definition of erosion?

Back

Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from the Earth's surface by natural processes such as wind or water flow.

Front

What is the definition of sedimentary rock?

Back

Sedimentary rock is formed by the accumulation and compaction of mineral and organic particles.

Front

What is the difference between deposition and erosion?

Back

Erosion involves the removal of material, while deposition is the process of laying down or accumulating sediment.

Front

What is the definition of metamorphic rock?

Back

Metamorphic rock is formed from existing rock that has been changed by heat, pressure, or chemically.

Front

What is the significance of contour lines on a map?

Back

Contour lines indicate the elevation and shape of the terrain, helping to visualize the landscape.