Unit 3 and 4 Exam Review

Front

The vibrations in a longitudinal wave are __________ to the direction of energy transfer.

Back

parallel

Front

What kind of wave is characterized by vibrations that are parallel to the direction of energy transfer?

Back

Longitudinal wave

Front

Which statement is true regarding nonrenewable resources?

Back

Coal, Oil, Natural gas all produce pollution via emissions, while Nuclear energy produces hazardous waste.

Front

What type of boundary occurs when tectonic plates move apart?

Back

Divergent boundary

Front

How do tectonic plates move at CONVERGENT boundaries?

Back

They collide (together).

Front

What is a transverse wave?

Back

A wave where the vibrations are perpendicular to the direction of energy transfer.

Front

Define a longitudinal wave.

Back

A wave in which the vibrations are parallel to the direction of energy transfer.

Front

What is the main difference between renewable and nonrenewable resources?

Back

Renewable resources can be replenished naturally, while nonrenewable resources cannot.

Front

What is an example of a nonrenewable resource?

Back

Coal, Oil, Natural Gas.

Front

What happens at transform boundaries?

Back

Tectonic plates slide past each other.