Unit C, Chapter 1 Study Review

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What is a theory in science?

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A theory is a well-substantiated explanation of an aspect of the natural world that is based on a body of evidence and has stood up to repeated testing.

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What is plate tectonics?

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Plate tectonics is the scientific theory that describes the large-scale movements of Earth's lithosphere, which is divided into tectonic plates.

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What is the atmosphere?

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The atmosphere is the layer of gases surrounding the Earth, which protects it from too much sunlight and helps regulate temperature.

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What is the hydrosphere?

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The hydrosphere includes all of Earth's water, such as lakes, oceans, rivers, and water vapor in the atmosphere.

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What is the lithosphere?

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The lithosphere is the rigid outer layer of the Earth, consisting of the crust and upper mantle.

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What can be caused by plate movement?

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Plate movement can cause geological events such as mountains, earthquakes, and volcanoes.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from the Earth's surface by natural processes such as wind or water.

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process in which eroded materials are dropped or settled in a new location.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the breaking down of rocks and minerals into smaller pieces by natural processes.

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What is the geosphere?

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The geosphere refers to the solid parts of the Earth, including rocks, minerals, and landforms.