Reporting Period 3 Review 24-25

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Where is our Sun located in the Milky Way?

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The Sun is located in the Orion Arm of the Milky Way galaxy.

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What is a Transform Plate Boundary?

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A Transform Plate Boundary is where two tectonic plates slide past each other, causing earthquakes. An example is the San Andreas Fault.

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What causes the Southern Hemisphere to experience cold weather?

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The Southern Hemisphere experiences the coldest weather when the South Pole tilts away from the Sun during Earth's orbit.

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What weather conditions are expected in East Texas with heavy thunderstorms?

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Heavy thunderstorms can lead to cooler temperatures following the storm.

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What type of front brings cold weather?

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A cold front brings cool or cold weather to an area.

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What is the Milky Way?

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The Milky Way is a barred spiral galaxy that contains our solar system.

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What is a Divergent Plate Boundary?

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A Divergent Plate Boundary is where two tectonic plates move away from each other, often creating new crust as magma rises to the surface.

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What is a Convergent Plate Boundary?

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A Convergent Plate Boundary is where two tectonic plates collide, leading to mountain formation or subduction.

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What is the significance of the Earth's tilt?

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The tilt of the Earth affects the seasons, as different hemispheres receive varying amounts of sunlight throughout the year.

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What are the characteristics of a cold front?

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A cold front is characterized by a sudden drop in temperature, increased wind, and often precipitation.