Earth Science Review (JDES)

Front

Which of Earth's processes was the structure designed to protect against? Options: Earthquakes, Tornadoes, Hurricanes, Flooding

Back

Flooding

Front

What is the purpose of a tuned mass damper?

Back

To move in opposition of a swaying building, making it more stable

Front

What can scientists learn by using seismographs?

Back

The motion of the ground during an earthquake

Front

What is an example of beach reclamation?

Back

Adding sand to a beach that is eroding

Front

What is beach reclamation?

Back

It is the process of adding new sand to eroded shorelines.

Front

What is causing rocks to break off the side of a mountain, changing its face?

Back

Weathering

Front

Which of the following correctly compares dams and levees?

Back

A dam is built across a waterway and blocks water flow, while a levee is built along a waterway to limit flooding.

Front

Which of these events can form a mountain? Tornado, Hurricane, Flash flood, Volcanic eruption

Back

Volcanic eruption

Front

What do scientists call the process of wind carrying soil away?

Back

Erosion

Front

What is the main difference between weathering and erosion?

Back

Weathering breaks down materials, while erosion moves them.