8th Grade Science Review Assignment

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What is the epicenter of an earthquake?

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The point on the Earth's surface directly above the focus of an earthquake, where seismic waves are first felt.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

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How many hours of sunlight does the South Pole receive during summer?

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24 hours of sunlight.

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What is fossil resin (amber)?

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A type of fossilization that occurs when a sticky substance from plants captures and preserves an organism.

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What is the difference between longitudinal and transverse waves?

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In longitudinal waves, particles move parallel to the direction of the wave, while in transverse waves, particles move perpendicular to the direction of the wave.

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NGSS.MS-PS4-2

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What type of waves are electromagnetic waves?

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Transverse waves.

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NGSS.HS-PS4-3

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What is permineralization in fossilization?

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A process where minerals fill the spaces within an organism's remains, turning them into fossils.

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What is a mold fossil?

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A fossil that forms when an organism leaves an impression in sediment, which hardens into rock.

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What are P-waves?

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Primary waves, a type of seismic wave that compresses and expands the material it travels through.

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NGSS.MS-PS4-2

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What is the medium in wave propagation?

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The substance through which a wave travels, such as air, water, or solid materials.

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NGSS.MS-PS4-2

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What is frequency in the context of waves?

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The number of waves that pass a given point in a certain amount of time, usually measured in Hertz (Hz).

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NGSS.MS-PS4-1