Forces Shaping Earth Flashcard Review

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What factors influence the rate of weathering?

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The rate of weathering depends on factors such as the type of rock, precipitation, and temperature, but not the color of the rock.

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How long ago did Pangea exist?

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Pangea is believed to have existed 200-300 million years ago.

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What happens to magma as it decreases in temperature?

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As magma decreases in temperature, it will move down (sink).

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What is Pangea?

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Pangea was a supercontinent where all of Earth's land masses were joined together.

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What is the theory of plate tectonics?

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The theory of plate tectonics explains how the Earth's plates move and interact, leading to geological phenomena such as earthquakes and volcanic activity.

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What is 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 weathering?

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Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks and minerals into smaller pieces due to environmental factors.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from one location and transported to another by natural forces such as wind or water.

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What role do glaciers play in shaping the Earth?

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Glaciers shape the Earth by eroding land and depositing sediment as they move.

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What is sedimentation?

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Sedimentation is the process of settling or being deposited as sediment, often in bodies of water.