Solutions to Earth Process Impacts

Front

What biome is characterized by frozen ground all year round?

Back

Tundra

Front

What natural process can significantly impact humans by wearing away soil and rock?

Back

Erosion

Front

What material can be used to make buildings more resistant to tornadoes?

Back

Reinforced concrete

Front

What is a clever way to minimize earthquake damage when building structures?

Back

Build on solid rock

Front

What is a basic concept of natural Earth processes?

Back

They can have both positive and negative impacts on humans.

Front

What is the term for the process by which plants convert sunlight into energy?

Back

Photosynthesis

Front

What is the term for the gradual wearing away of the Earth's surface?

Back

Erosion

Front

What type of building material is often used to withstand strong winds?

Back

Reinforced concrete

Front

What is the main cause of earthquakes?

Back

Movement of tectonic plates.

Front

What is the term for the area where two tectonic plates meet?

Back

Fault line