Enviro Sci 124 Unit 4 Review

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What is a divergent plate boundary?

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A divergent plate boundary is a tectonic plate boundary where two plates move away from each other, leading to the formation of new crust as magma rises to the surface.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process by which rocks break down into smaller pieces due to exposure to natural elements such as wind, water, and temperature changes.

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Where are the sun's rays least direct?

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The sun's rays are least direct near the poles due to the angle at which sunlight strikes the Earth.

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What are the three main types of soil?

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The three main types of soil are clay, sand, and silt.

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What type of rock is formed from smaller pieces of rock that settled at the bottom of a lake?

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This type of rock is called sedimentary rock.

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Define 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 flow.

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What is the difference between igneous and sedimentary rocks?

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Igneous rocks are formed from the cooling and solidification of magma or lava, while sedimentary rocks are formed from the accumulation and compaction of mineral and organic particles.

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What is the role of the sun in the water cycle?

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The sun provides the energy needed for evaporation, which is the process of water turning into vapor and rising into the atmosphere.

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What is the significance of soil composition?

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Soil composition affects water retention, nutrient availability, and the types of plants that can grow in an area.

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What is a tectonic plate?

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A tectonic plate is a massive slab of solid rock that makes up the Earth's lithosphere and moves over the semi-fluid asthenosphere.

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