Energy, Resources, Plate Tectonics, Rock Cycle Exam

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What is radiation in terms of thermal energy transfer?

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Radiation is the transfer of heat through electromagnetic waves, such as the heat felt from the sun or a fire.

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What type of rock is marble classified as?

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Marble is classified as a metamorphic rock, formed from limestone under heat and pressure.

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What occurs when pressure builds between two tectonic plates?

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When pressure builds between two tectonic plates, it can suddenly release, causing an earthquake.

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What is acid rain and how does it affect gravestones?

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Acid rain is precipitation that contains high levels of sulfuric and nitric acids, which can slowly break down materials like marble, causing discoloration.

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Define a nonrenewable resource.

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A nonrenewable resource is a resource that exists in limited supply and is used up faster than it is replaced.

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What is conduction in thermal energy transfer?

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Conduction is the transfer of heat through direct contact between materials, such as touching a hot stove.

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What is convection in thermal energy transfer?

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Convection is the transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (liquids or gases), where warmer areas rise and cooler areas sink.

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What is the rock cycle?

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The rock cycle is the continuous process of rock formation and transformation, including the processes of igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rock formation.

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What causes earthquakes?

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Earthquakes are caused by the sudden release of energy in the Earth's crust due to the movement of tectonic plates.

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What is the difference between igneous and sedimentary rocks?

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Igneous rocks are formed from cooled magma or lava, while sedimentary rocks are formed from the accumulation of sediments.