Semester 1 Final 24/25

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What is the electromagnetic spectrum?

Back

The electromagnetic spectrum is the range of all types of electromagnetic radiation, which includes gamma rays, X-rays, ultraviolet light, visible light, infrared light, microwaves, and radio waves.

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Which category is not part of the electromagnetic spectrum?

Back

Heat Wave is not a category on the electromagnetic spectrum.

Front

What is evidence in scientific terms?

Back

Evidence refers to data or facts that support a claim or hypothesis.

Front

True or False: Energy is created when an object begins to move.

Back

False. Energy is not created; it is transferred or transformed.

Front

What causes earthquakes?

Back

Earthquakes are caused by sudden movements of rock along a fault.

Front

What layer of the Earth is directly beneath the crust?

Back

The layer directly beneath the crust is the Mantle.

Front

Define 'seismic gap'.

Back

A seismic gap is a section of an active fault that has not experienced an earthquake for a long period, indicating a potential for future seismic activity.

Front

What is the role of the mantle in Earth's structure?

Back

The mantle is the thick layer of rock between the Earth's crust and outer core, playing a crucial role in tectonic activity and heat transfer.

Front

What is the difference between 'data' and 'evidence'?

Back

Data refers to raw facts and figures, while evidence is data that has been analyzed and interpreted to support a claim.

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What is the definition of 'fault' in geology?

Back

A fault is a fracture or zone of fractures between two blocks of rock, which can cause earthquakes.