Earth Science Review 6E2

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What refers to the movement of Earth's plates?

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Tectonics is the study of the movement of Earth's plates and the processes that occur at their boundaries.

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What is a substance with a pH lower than 7?

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An acid is a substance that has a pH lower than 7, indicating it is more acidic than neutral water.

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What makes up the Pedosphere?

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The Pedosphere is primarily made up of soil, which includes organic matter, minerals, gases, liquids, and organisms.

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How can Earthquakes be measured?

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Earthquakes can be measured using a seismograph, which records the motion of the ground.

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What is the major ingredient in soil?

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The major ingredient in soil is weathered rock, which provides the minerals necessary for plant growth.

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What is the definition of Continental Drift?

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Continental Drift is the theory that continents have moved over geological time and were once joined together.

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What is the role of the atmosphere in Earth Science?

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The atmosphere is a layer of gases surrounding Earth, essential for weather, climate, and supporting life.

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What is a tectonic plate?

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A tectonic plate is a massive slab of solid rock that makes up Earth's lithosphere and moves over the semi-fluid asthenosphere.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate is the long-term average of weather patterns in a region.

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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 forces such as wind or water.