MidTerm Review

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What does it mean that different materials heat up at different rates?

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Different materials absorb and transfer heat differently, which affects how quickly they warm up when exposed to a heat source.

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What is the summer solstice?

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The summer solstice is the longest day of the year, occurring around June 20th or 21st in the Northern Hemisphere, when the Earth's tilt toward the sun is maximized.

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What are the main components of the water cycle?

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The water cycle consists of reservoirs (like oceans, lakes, and glaciers), processes (like evaporation, condensation, and precipitation), and the rates at which water moves between these reservoirs.

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What is an asteroid?

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An asteroid is a small rocky body that orbits the Sun, primarily found in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter.

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Who discovered the moons of Jupiter and Saturn?

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Galileo and Cassini discovered the moons of Jupiter and Saturn in the 1600s using telescopes.

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What is the role of the atmosphere in the water cycle?

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The atmosphere acts as a reservoir for water vapor and is involved in processes like evaporation and precipitation.

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What is the significance of Earth's tilt?

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Earth's tilt affects the angle and intensity of sunlight received at different latitudes, leading to seasonal changes.

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What is the difference between a comet and an asteroid?

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Comets are icy bodies that release gas or dust, forming a tail when near the Sun, while asteroids are rocky and do not have tails.

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What is a reservoir in the context of the water cycle?

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A reservoir is a storage location for water, such as oceans, lakes, rivers, and glaciers.

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What causes day length changes throughout the year?

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Day length changes are caused by the tilt of the Earth and its orbit around the Sun, affecting how much sunlight different areas receive.