5G Science 2nd 9wks Review New

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What is mechanical energy?

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Energy that causes objects to move.

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What natural events can cause significant changes to the Earth's surface in a short period of time?

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Earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and landslides.

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What is Ray testing when he measures how far a car travels on different surfaces?

Back

Ray is testing friction.

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What is weathering?

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The process of breaking down rocks and minerals into smaller pieces.

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What is erosion?

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The process by which soil and rock are removed from the Earth's surface by wind or water.

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What is deposition?

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The process where materials are laid down or deposited after being transported.

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What landform is formed by erosion from moving water?

Back

Canyons.

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What is potential energy?

Back

Energy stored in an object due to its position or state.

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What is thermal energy?

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Energy that comes from the temperature of matter.

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What is nuclear energy?

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Energy released during nuclear fission or fusion.