Earth Science

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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is Earth Science?
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Earth Science is the study of the Earth, its structure, processes, and the relationships between its components, including the atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere, and biosphere.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1
NGSS.MS-ESS2-2
NGSS.MS-ESS2-4
NGSS.MS-ESS3-1
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the Continental Drift Theory?
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The idea that Earth's continents moved apart from a single large continent called Pangaea.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2
NGSS.MS-ESS2-3
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are the types of plate boundaries?
Back
Divergent, convergent, and transform boundaries.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-3
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a topographic map?
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A topographic map is a detailed and accurate graphic representation of cultural and natural features on the ground, showing elevation changes.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the difference between weather and climate?
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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate is the long-term average of weather patterns in a specific area.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What causes earthquakes?
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Earthquakes are caused by the sudden release of energy in the Earth's crust, often due to tectonic plate movements.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-3
NGSS.MS-ESS3-2
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a volcano?
Back
A volcano is an opening in the Earth's surface through which molten rock, ash, and gases are expelled.
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