Earth Science and Genetics Flashcards

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Earthquake

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A sudden and violent shaking of the ground, sometimes causing great destruction, as a result of movements within the earth's crust or volcanic action.

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Seismology

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The branch of science concerned with earthquakes and related phenomena.

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Inherited trait

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A characteristic that is passed down from parents to their offspring through DNA.

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Acquired trait

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A characteristic that develops in an organism over time due to environmental factors.

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Constructive Process

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A force that builds up Earth’s surface (e.g., deposition, volcanic eruptions).

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Destructive Process

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A force that breaks down Earth’s surface (e.g., erosion, weathering).

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Deposition

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The process of dropping off sediment and materials to create landforms (e.g., deltas, sand dunes).

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Erosion

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The movement of rocks and soil by wind, water, or ice.

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Weathering

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The breaking down of rocks into smaller pieces by wind, water, or temperature changes.