2nd 9 Weeks PMA Review

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A scientist who studies fossils to learn about Earth's history is called a

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paleontologist.

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Balanced forces produce ______ in movement.

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no change.

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__________: light bouncing off a surface (always at identical angles)

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reflection.

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The deposition of sediments leads to _______ and _______ due to water and pressure.

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compaction and cementation.

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The unit of measure for force is a ______.

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Newton.

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The process of breaking down rocks and minerals at the Earth's surface is called

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weathering.

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The force that pulls objects toward the center of the Earth is known as

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gravity.

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The change in position of an object is referred to as

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motion.

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The energy stored in an object due to its position is called

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potential energy.

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The energy of an object in motion is known as

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kinetic energy.