1st Semester Exam Review

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What is the outermost layer of the Earth?

Back

The Lithosphere is the outermost layer of the Earth, consisting of the crust and the upper mantle.

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Which of the following is NOT a fossil fuel?

Back

Hydroelectric energy is not a fossil fuel; it is a renewable energy source.

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In which hemisphere do hurricanes spin counterclockwise?

Back

Hurricanes spin counterclockwise in the Northern Hemisphere.

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What geological feature is created when two tectonic plates diverge?

Back

Ridges are formed when two tectonic plates diverge.

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Where is the Ring of Fire primarily located?

Back

The Ring of Fire is primarily located in the Pacific Ocean.

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What are fossil fuels?

Back

Fossil fuels are natural substances formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals, including coal, petroleum, and natural gas.

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What is the difference between renewable and non-renewable energy sources?

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Renewable energy sources can be replenished naturally (e.g., solar, wind), while non-renewable sources (e.g., fossil fuels) are finite and will deplete.

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What is the significance of the Ring of Fire?

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The Ring of Fire is significant for its high levels of seismic activity, including earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.

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What is the process of plate tectonics?

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Plate tectonics is the theory that explains the movement of the Earth's lithosphere, which is divided into tectonic plates.

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What are the main types of plate boundaries?

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The main types of plate boundaries are divergent, convergent, and transform boundaries.