Final Benchmark 2 Review

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process that breaks down rocks into smaller pieces due to natural forces like wind, water, and temperature changes.

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Why are decaying leaves important in an ecosystem?

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Decaying leaves put useful nutrients into the soil, which helps other plants grow.

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What conditions are needed to create a fossil?

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Fossils are most likely created in conditions where organisms are buried quickly, such as in mud or sand, and protected from decay.

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What is the composition of Earth’s inner core?

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The inner core of the Earth is made of solid metal, primarily iron and nickel.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from one location and transported to another, often by water, wind, or ice.

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process where materials are laid down or deposited in a new location after being transported.

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What is a canyon?

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A canyon is a deep valley formed by the erosion of rock, usually by a river over a long period of time.

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What role do producers play in an ecosystem?

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Producers, like plants, create their own food through photosynthesis and provide energy for other organisms in the ecosystem.

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth, including processes like evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

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What is a landform?

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A landform is a natural feature of the Earth's surface, such as mountains, valleys, plateaus, and canyons.