Earth's Processes and Features Review

Earth's Processes and Features Review

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Science

4th Grade

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Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an earthquake?

Back

An earthquake is the shaking of the surface of the Earth resulting from a sudden release of energy in the Earth's lithosphere that creates seismic waves.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What can be done to reduce damage from earthquakes?

Back

Building safer, earthquake-resistant housing can help reduce deaths and injuries during earthquakes.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are shock absorbers used for in buildings?

Back

Shock absorbers are added to the foundations and floors of buildings to reduce the magnitude of vibrations during an earthquake.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a tsunami?

Back

A tsunami is a series of massive waves generated in oceans, usually caused by tectonic plate shifts.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a key indicator that a volcano may erupt soon?

Back

An increase in seismic activity is one of the best indicators that a volcano is about to erupt.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What type of resource is coal?

Back

Coal is a non-renewable resource.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What causes earthquakes?

Back

Earthquakes are caused by the movement of tectonic plates beneath the Earth's surface.

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