Dec. Unit Review-Earth Science

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What are P waves?

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P waves (Primary waves) are seismic waves that travel faster than S waves and can move through solids, liquids, and gases.

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NGSS.MS-PS4-2

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What are S waves?

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S waves (Secondary waves) are seismic waves that are slower than P waves and can only move through solids.

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NGSS.MS-PS4-2

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What is the main reason we study earthquakes?

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The main reason we study earthquakes is to provide warning to those who live in earthquake-prone areas.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

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What begins the process that changes metamorphic rock into sedimentary rock?

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Weathering and erosion begin the process that changes metamorphic rock into sedimentary rock.

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What land features form on fault lines?

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Fault scarps, rift valleys, and surface ruptures form on fault lines.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is a fault?

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A fault is a break in the Earth's crust.

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks, while erosion is the movement of those broken materials.

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What is the role of seismographs in studying earthquakes?

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Seismographs record the motion of the ground during an earthquake, helping scientists analyze seismic waves.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

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What are tectonic plates?

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Tectonic plates are large sections of the Earth's crust that move and interact with each other, causing earthquakes and volcanic activity.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is the Richter scale?

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The Richter scale is a logarithmic scale used to measure the magnitude of earthquakes.