Pangaea Flashcard Review

Pangaea Flashcard Review

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Flashcard

Science

6th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is convection current?

Back

A convection current is the movement of fluid (liquid or gas) caused by the difference in temperature and density within the fluid.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What happens to hot substances in convection currents?

Back

Hot substances are less dense and rise.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What happens to cold substances in convection currents?

Back

Cold substances are more dense and sink.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the theory of continental drift?

Back

The theory states that the continents were once all connected and have slowly drifted apart over time.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the Earth's crust made up of?

Back

The Earth's crust is made up of moving tectonic plates.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do convection currents in the mantle affect plate movement?

Back

Convection currents in the mantle cause the tectonic plates to move.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is solar energy?

Back

Solar energy is the energy that comes from the sun.

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