ESS Final ( Practice Test VII)

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What is the soil-like layer on the moon’s surface called?

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Regolith is the layer of loose, fragmented material covering solid bedrock on the moon's surface.

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What is precession?

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Precession is the slow change in the direction in which Earth’s axis tilts, affecting the orientation of the planet over time.

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What causes the erosion of rocks on the moon’s surface?

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The erosion of rocks on the moon’s surface is primarily caused by impacts of particles from space.

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Who formulated the law of universal gravitation?

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Isaac Newton was the first person to formulate and test the law of universal gravitation.

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Who proposed the heliocentric model of the solar system?

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Copernicus changed the model of the solar system by placing the sun at its center after the Middle Ages.

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What are maria on the moon?

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Maria are large, dark, basaltic plains on the moon, formed by ancient volcanic eruptions.

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What is the difference between regolith and basalt?

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Regolith is a layer of loose material on the moon's surface, while basalt is a type of volcanic rock that can be found beneath the regolith.

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What is the significance of the tilt of Earth’s axis?

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The tilt of Earth’s axis is significant because it affects the seasons and climate patterns on the planet.

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What role do lunar volcanoes play in the moon's geology?

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Lunar volcanoes contribute to the formation of maria and can affect the surface composition of the moon.

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What is the effect of ultraviolet radiation on the moon?

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Ultraviolet radiation from space can cause weathering and alteration of the moon's surface materials.