Introduction to Earth Science

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The study of Earth's oceans is known as

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Oceanography

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_________________ is the study of objects beyond Earth's atmosphere.

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Astronomy

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What are the three primary sources of Earth's energy?

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Geothermal, solar, tidal

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True or false: You are part of the biosphere.

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True

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The carbon cycle is an example of a(n)

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Biogeochemical cycle.

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What is the study of the Earth's physical structure and substance?

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Geology

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What is the term for the layer of gases surrounding Earth?

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Atmosphere

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What is the process by which water vapor turns into liquid water?

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Condensation

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What is the term for the movement of tectonic plates?

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Plate tectonics

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What is the primary driver of weather and climate on Earth?

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The Sun