End of the Year Review

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What type of rock is formed with sediments and lots of pressure?

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Sedimentary rock is formed from the accumulation of sediments that are compacted and cemented together under pressure.

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What is molten rock below the Earth's surface called?

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Magma is the molten rock located beneath the Earth's surface.

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What is a non-living factor in an ecosystem?

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Abiotic factors are non-living components of an ecosystem, such as sunlight, water, and minerals.

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Which planet is closest to the Sun?

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Mercury is the closest planet to the Sun.

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What is the path an object takes in space?

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An orbit is the path that an object follows as it moves around another object in space.

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What type of rock is formed from cooled lava?

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Igneous rock is formed from the cooling and solidification of lava or magma.

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What is the process called when rocks are broken down by weathering?

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Weathering is the process that breaks down rocks into smaller pieces due to environmental factors.

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What is the term for the movement of the Earth around the Sun?

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Revolution refers to the movement of the Earth as it orbits around the Sun.

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What is the term for living factors in an ecosystem?

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Biotic factors are the living components of an ecosystem, including plants, animals, and microorganisms.

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What is the Earth's outer layer called?

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The Earth's outer layer is called the crust.