Geological Concepts

Geological Concepts

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Science

8th Grade

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Curtis Shih

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1.

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Wegener

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A scientist known for proposing the theory of continental drift.

2.

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Continental Drift

Back

The hypothesis that continents move across the Earth's surface over geological time.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Seafloor Spreading

Back

The process by which new oceanic crust is formed at mid-ocean ridges and slowly moves away.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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Plate Tectonics

Back

The theory explaining the structure of the Earth's crust as divided into plates that move over the mantle.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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Sonar and Seafloor Mapping

Back

Techniques used to map the ocean floor, aiding in the study of seafloor spreading and plate tectonics.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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GPS Measurements

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Technology used to measure the movement of tectonic plates with high precision.

7.

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Carbon Dating

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A method for determining the age of an object containing organic material by measuring its carbon-14 content.

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