SCIENCE STAAR REVIEW

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What are fossil fuels?

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Fossil fuels are natural resources formed from the remains of dead plants and animals over millions of years. They include coal, oil, and natural gas.

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Why are fossil fuels considered non-renewable?

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Fossil fuels are considered non-renewable because they take millions of years to form, and once used, they cannot be replaced within a human timescale.

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How are canyons formed?

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Canyons are formed by erosion from flowing water, which carves out the landscape over time.

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What happens to water when it evaporates?

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When water evaporates, it changes from a liquid to a gas.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the movement of sediment and soil from one place to another, often caused by water, wind, or ice.

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process where earth materials are deposited in a new location after being transported by erosion.

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering is the breaking down of rocks into smaller pieces, while erosion is the movement of those pieces from one location to another.

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What are the three main types of rocks?

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The three main types of rocks are igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic.

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous process by which water moves from the Earth's surface to the atmosphere and back, including evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

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What is a renewable resource?

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A renewable resource is a natural resource that can be replenished naturally over time, such as solar energy, wind energy, and biomass.