ESS Module 9

Which internal layer of Earth is responsible for generating the magnetic field?

• Inner Core

• Convection Zone

• Outer Core

• Radiative Zone

P waves that are bent (curved) have probably experienced which of the following:

• They passed through the mantle.

• They were affected by Earth's magnetic field.

• They were affected by Earth's gravitational field.

• They passed through Earth's core.

Beach erosion is an interaction between the hydrosphere and which of the following?

• atmosphere

• geosphere

• biosphere

• cryosphere

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Which process is responsible for the transfer of carbon into ocean waters?

• Excretion

• Diffusion

• Photosynthesis

• Respiration

What formation is found at this type of boundary?

• Fault

• Rift Valey

• Trench

• Mountain

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-3

Which of the following are evidence for Continental Drift Theory?

• Similar geoligical features.

• Similar land-based fossils.

• Similar plant fossils.

• Variations in rock ages on either side of midocean ridges.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-3

Organize the evidence for each Theory.

Groups:

(a) Continental Drift Theory

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(b) Plate Tectonic Theory

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(c) Both Theories

• Age of rock on opposite sides of a midocean ridge

• Similar Geologic formations

• Subduction zones at convergent boundaries

• Continental "puzzle piece" appearance.

• Similar Land-based fossil evidence

• Similar Plant fossil evidence

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-3

Match the fault with the type of boundary it experiences.

• Divergent

• Normal

• Transform

• Lateral

• Convergent

• Reverse

Match the following waves and their characteristics.

Groups:

(a) P waves

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(b) S waves

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(c) Surface waves

• Slowest wave.

• Responsible for the up & down movement of rock.

• Slower than another wave.

• R waves move in circular patterns.

• Arrive second.

• L waves move in snake-like patterns.

• Arrive first.

• Resposible for compression & expansion of rock.

• Fastest wave.

• Arrive last.

• Can travel only through solids.

• Can travel through solid, liquid, & gas.

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NGSS.MS-PS4-1

NGSS.MS-PS4-2

Models are useful since they can do which of the following?

• Predict damages.

• Determine effects.

• Determine intensity.

• Predict areas affected by events.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2