Earth Process Briefing 5 flashcard

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What do scientists study to learn what changes are happening on Earth?

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Scientists study the air, land, and water to learn about changes happening on Earth.

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What role do lichens play in chemical weathering?

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Lichens produce an acid that breaks down rocks.

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What can acid rain do to rocks?

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Acid rain can dissolve rocks easily.

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What is one positive change humans have made to the Earth?

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Building roads is one positive change humans have made to the Earth.

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Where can pollution occur?

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Pollution can occur anywhere on Earth.

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What is chemical weathering?

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Chemical weathering is the process where rocks break down due to chemical reactions, often involving water and acids.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from the Earth's surface by wind, water, or ice.

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to long-term patterns of temperature and precipitation.

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What is a natural resource?

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A natural resource is a material or substance that occurs in nature and can be used for economic gain, such as water, minerals, and forests.