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GOHS Earth Science Fall Final-Natural Disaters

GOHS Earth Science Fall Final-Natural Disaters

Assessment

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Science

11th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What type of volcano is characterized by thick, slow-moving lava and is the most common type on Earth?

Back

Shield volcano.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the term for the top of a tsunami wave?

Back

Crest.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

In which part of the United States are wildfires considered natural occurrences?

Back

Western United States.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the basic organic material from which fossil fuels are formed?

Back

Phytoplankton, zooplankton, and woody vegetation.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Where do most tsunamis occur?

Back

Pacific Ocean.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a natural disaster that involves the sudden release of energy in the Earth's crust?

Back

Earthquake.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the term for a large ocean wave caused by underwater earthquakes or volcanic eruptions?

Back

Tsunami.

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