Earth History Part 1 Vocabulary Flashcard

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What is a Satellite?

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A satellite is an object that orbits a planet.

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What is Limestone primarily made of?

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Limestone is a sedimentary rock made mostly of calcite.

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What is Transpiration in plants?

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Transpiration is the process of water movement through a plant and its evaporation from leaves.

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What is Sediment?

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Sediment is material that is deposited by water, wind, or ice.

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What does a Geologist study?

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A geologist is a scientist who studies the earth.

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Define Sedimentary Rock.

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Sedimentary rock is a type of rock that is formed by the accumulation of sediments.

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What is the process of 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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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.

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What is a Fossil?

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A fossil is the preserved remains or traces of a once-living organism.

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering is the breaking down of rocks, while erosion is the movement of those broken materials.