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Earth Science Midterm Review - All Topics

Earth Science Midterm Review - All Topics

Assessment

Flashcard

Science

9th - 12th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

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15 questions

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is Earth Science?

Back

Earth Science is the study of the Earth and its processes, including geology, meteorology, oceanography, and astronomy.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the three main types of rocks?

Back

The three main types of rocks are igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How are igneous rocks formed?

Back

Igneous rocks are formed from the cooling and solidification of magma or lava.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the difference between intrusive and extrusive igneous rocks?

Back

Intrusive igneous rocks form from magma that cools slowly beneath the Earth's surface, while extrusive igneous rocks form from lava that cools quickly on the surface.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is sedimentary rock?

Back

Sedimentary rock is formed from the accumulation and compaction of mineral and organic particles.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is metamorphic rock?

Back

Metamorphic rock is formed from existing rocks that are changed by heat, pressure, or chemically active fluids.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the rock cycle?

Back

The rock cycle is the continuous process of rock formation and transformation through igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic processes.

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