UNIT 5 STUDY GUIDE REVIEW

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Convection currents in the mantle cause tectonic plates to move.

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True

Front

Rock strata are layers of rock deposited at different times in Earth's history.

Back

True

Front

The principle of original horizontality states that sedimentary rocks are deposited in vertical layers.

Back

False

Front

Any tilting or bending of rock layers happens before they are deposited.

Back

False

Front

Stress applied to rocks from tectonic movement can lead to earthquakes.

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True

Front

The elastic limit is the maximum stress a rock can withstand before deforming.

Back

True

Front

Rocks are more likely to bend than break when they are at a high temperature.

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True

Front

Folds typically occur near the Earth's surface where it is cooler.

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False

Front

Faults are more common deep within the Earth where it is warmer.

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False

Front

The composition and temperature of rocks affect their elastic limit.

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True