Earth Science Review
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Science
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8th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a convergent boundary?
Back
A convergent boundary is a place where two tectonic plates come together, often causing one plate to be forced beneath the other, leading to geological features like mountains and earthquakes.
Tags
NGSS.MS-ESS3-2
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the least dense compositional layer of the Earth?
Back
The crust is the least dense compositional layer of the Earth, consisting of solid rock and minerals.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What type of plate boundary formed the Himalayas?
Back
The Himalayas were formed by a continent-to-continent convergent boundary, where two continental plates collided.
Tags
NGSS.HS-ESS1-5
NGSS.HS-ESS2-1
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How do ocean crusts move during sea-floor spreading?
Back
During sea-floor spreading, ocean crusts move by diverging, or pulling apart, from each other.
Tags
NGSS.MS-ESS2-3
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What type of boundary is the San Andreas Fault?
Back
The San Andreas Fault is a transform boundary, where two tectonic plates slide past each other.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a divergent boundary?
Back
A divergent boundary is a tectonic plate boundary where two plates move away from each other, often resulting in the formation of new crust.
Tags
NGSS.MS-ESS2-2
NGSS.MS-ESS2-3
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What geological features are commonly associated with convergent boundaries?
Back
Common geological features associated with convergent boundaries include mountains, deep ocean trenches, and volcanic arcs.
Tags
NGSS.MS-ESS2-2
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