Geosphere Unit (homework)

Geosphere Unit (homework)

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Science

8th - 12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an unconformity?

Back

An unconformity is a section of missing sedimentary rock due to erosion.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an example of two continental plates converging?

Back

The Himalaya Mountains are an example of two continental plates converging.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is typically found at a divergent boundary?

Back

At a divergent boundary, you are likely to find a mid-ocean ridge.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What layer of the Earth are tectonic plates made of?

Back

Tectonic plates are made of the lithosphere.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What percentage of Earth's timeline does all of human history represent?

Back

All of human history makes up way less than 1% of the Earth's timeline.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the lithosphere?

Back

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

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a mid-ocean ridge?

Back

A mid-ocean ridge is an underwater mountain range formed by plate tectonics at divergent boundaries.

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