Fall Semester Review 2023

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What is the continental drift theory?

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The continental drift theory is the scientific concept that continents have moved over geological time and were once joined together as a single landmass called Pangaea.

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What happens to atoms and molecules when they gain thermal energy?

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When atoms and molecules gain thermal energy, they move faster and the space between them increases.

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At what elevation does water boil at the lowest temperature?

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Water boils at the lowest temperature at an elevation of 10,000 ft.

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Why are there more earthquakes in California compared to Florida?

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California is closer to the Pacific Plate, which is more tectonically active.

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What is a tectonic plate?

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A tectonic plate is a massive, irregularly shaped slab of solid rock that makes up the Earth's lithosphere.

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What is the relationship between temperature and the state of matter?

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As temperature increases, substances can change from solid to liquid to gas, indicating a change in the state of matter.

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the total kinetic energy of particles in a substance, related to its temperature.

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What is the significance of the Pacific Plate?

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The Pacific Plate is the largest tectonic plate and is known for its role in causing earthquakes and volcanic activity along the Pacific Ring of Fire.

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What is the boiling point of water at sea level?

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The boiling point of water at sea level is 100 degrees Celsius (212 degrees Fahrenheit).

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What are the main types of plate boundaries?

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The main types of plate boundaries are convergent, divergent, and transform boundaries.