2024 Quarter 2 Study Guide CompSci3

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What happens to water vapor when it touches a cool surface?

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Heat leaves the water vapor, causing it to condense into liquid water.

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Which layer of the Earth is the least dense?

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The crust is the least dense layer of the Earth.

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Why does Venus have no seasons?

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Venus has no seasons because its axial tilt is very small, meaning there is little difference in daylight between its hemispheres.

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What are the main types of rock?

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The main types of rock are igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary.

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What process helps create both metamorphic and sedimentary rocks?

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Pressure helps create both metamorphic and sedimentary rocks.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process by which water vapor turns into liquid water when it cools.

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What causes the phases of the moon?

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The phases of the moon are caused by the changing positions of the moon, Earth, and sun, affecting how much of the moon's surface is illuminated.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from the Earth's surface by natural processes such as wind or water.

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering is the breaking down of rocks, while erosion is the movement of those broken materials.

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What is the role of pressure in rock formation?

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Pressure can cause changes in the structure and composition of rocks, leading to the formation of metamorphic rocks.