Science Flashcard

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What information can GPS satellites relay?

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GPS satellites can relay information about position, elevation, and direction, but not weather.

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What is meteorology?

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Meteorology is the branch of Earth science that studies the atmosphere and weather.

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What are liquids?

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Liquids are densely packed arrangements of particles that take the shape of their containers.

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What determines chemical behavior in elements?

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Chemical behavior is determined by the number of electrons in the outermost energy level.

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What are isotopes?

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Isotopes are variants of a particular chemical element that have the same number of protons but different numbers of neutrons.

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What is the outermost energy level in an atom?

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The outermost energy level is the highest energy level that contains electrons and is involved in chemical bonding.

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What is the difference between solids, liquids, and gases?

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Solids have a fixed shape and volume, liquids take the shape of their container but have a fixed volume, and gases take both the shape and volume of their container.

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What role do valence electrons play in chemical reactions?

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Valence electrons are the electrons in the outermost shell of an atom and are involved in forming bonds with other atoms.

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What is the significance of the atmosphere in Earth science?

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The atmosphere is crucial for weather patterns, climate regulation, and supporting life on Earth.

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How do GPS satellites determine position?

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GPS satellites determine position by triangulating signals from multiple satellites to calculate the exact location on Earth.