Unit 2 Selection 2 "Earthquakes"

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What is the definition of nonfiction?

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Nonfiction is a genre of writing that is based on facts, real events, and real people, such as biographies and history.

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.10

CCSS.RI.11-12.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.6.10

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What is the Earth's outermost layer called?

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The Earth's outermost layer is called the crust.

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What are tectonic plates?

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Tectonic plates are large pieces of the Earth's lithosphere that move and interact with each other, making up the Earth's crust.

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What can earthquakes cause?

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Earthquakes can cause tsunamis, landslides, and structural damage.

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Where is the San Andreas Fault located?

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The San Andreas Fault is located in California.

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What is the relationship between earthquakes and tsunamis?

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Earthquakes can trigger tsunamis, which are large ocean waves caused by underwater disturbances.

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What is the primary cause of earthquakes?

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The primary cause of earthquakes is the movement of tectonic plates along faults.

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What is a fault in geological terms?

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A fault is a fracture or zone of fractures between two blocks of rock, which can cause earthquakes.

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What is the difference between the crust and the mantle?

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The crust is the outermost layer of the Earth, while the mantle is the layer beneath the crust, composed of semi-solid rock.

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What is seismic activity?

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Seismic activity refers to the frequency, type, and size of earthquakes that occur in a certain area.