APES Unit 4 Review

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What is a Convergent Boundary?

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A type of plate boundary where two tectonic plates come together, often causing earthquakes and volcanic activity.

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What is the Coriolis Effect?

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The deflection of atmospheric currents caused by the rotation of the Earth, influencing weather patterns.

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What happens at a Divergent Boundary?

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Tectonic plates pull apart, leading to the formation of new crust, often seen at mid-ocean ridges.

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List the layers of the Earth's atmosphere from the surface to space.

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Troposphere, Stratosphere, Mesosphere, Thermosphere.

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What geological event is commonly associated with Convergent Boundaries?

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Earthquakes are commonly associated with convergent boundaries due to the intense pressure and friction.

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What is a Transform Boundary?

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A type of plate boundary where two tectonic plates slide past each other, often causing earthquakes.

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Define the term 'Subduction'.

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The process where one tectonic plate moves under another and sinks into the mantle, often creating volcanic arcs.

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What is the role of Hadley Cells in atmospheric circulation?

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Hadley Cells are large-scale patterns of atmospheric circulation that influence weather and climate, particularly in tropical regions.

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What is the significance of the Earth's lithosphere?

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The lithosphere is the rigid outer layer of the Earth, consisting of the crust and upper mantle, crucial for tectonic activity.

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Explain the term 'Plate Tectonics'.

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A scientific theory that describes the large-scale movement of the Earth's lithosphere, which is divided into tectonic plates.