Scientific Method/Fossils/Earth/ Test

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What is a trace fossil?

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A trace fossil is a type of fossil that shows the marks or evidence of the activity of ancient organisms, such as footprints or burrows.

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What happens to tectonic plates when they snap?

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When tectonic plates snap, they can create mountains or cause earthquakes as they move suddenly.

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What is the theory of Continental Drift?

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The theory of Continental Drift suggests that continents were once joined together and have since moved apart over time.

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What do tectonic plates do on the mantle?

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Tectonic plates float on the mantle, which is a semi-fluid layer beneath the Earth's crust.

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What is formed when lava flows through a vent?

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When lava flows through a vent, it creates a volcano.

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What is the Earth's crust?

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The Earth's crust is the outermost layer of the Earth, where we live, and is made up of solid rock.

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What are fossils?

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Fossils are the preserved remains or traces of ancient organisms, often found in sedimentary rock.

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What is the mantle?

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The mantle is the thick layer of rock between the Earth's crust and core, where convection currents occur.

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What is a volcano?

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A volcano is an opening in the Earth's surface that allows molten rock, ash, and gases to escape from below the crust.

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What causes mountains to form?

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Mountains can form when tectonic plates collide, causing the land to push upward.