First Semester Review

Front

What is the location of an earthquake on Earth's surface?

Back

Epicenter

Front

What is the primary function of a seismograph?

Back

To record the intensity of earthquakes.

Front

What tool is used to measure the mass of a substance or object?

Back

Balance

Front

A rectangular solid has a volume of 120 cm³, with a length of 10 cm and a width of 4 cm. What is its height?

Back

3 cm

Front

What type of heat transfer takes place during sunbathing?

Back

Radiation

Front

Define 'epicenter' in the context of earthquakes.

Back

The point on the Earth's surface directly above the focus of an earthquake.

Front

What does a seismograph measure?

Back

The intensity and duration of seismic waves.

Front

Explain the difference between 'focus' and 'epicenter'.

Back

The focus is the point inside the Earth where an earthquake originates, while the epicenter is the point on the surface directly above the focus.

Front

What is the formula for calculating the volume of a rectangular solid?

Back

Volume = Length × Width × Height.

Front

What is conduction in terms of heat transfer?

Back

The transfer of heat through direct contact between materials.