SCIENCE STAAR REVIEW

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What is the primary source of energy for the Earth's climate system?

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The Sun

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What are fossil fuels?

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Fossil fuels are natural substances formed from the remains of dead plants and animals over millions of years, including coal, oil, and natural gas.

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Are fossil fuels renewable or non-renewable?

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Fossil fuels are non-renewable resources.

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How are fossil fuels formed?

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Fossil fuels are formed over millions of years through the decomposition of organic material under heat and pressure.

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What causes the seasons on Earth?

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The tilt of the Earth's axis and its orbit around the Sun causes the seasons.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from the Earth's surface by wind, water, or ice.

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How is a canyon formed?

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A canyon is formed by erosion from flowing water over a long period of time.

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What is the role of the Earth's rotation?

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The Earth's rotation on its axis causes day and night.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate is the long-term average of weather patterns in a specific area.

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What is a shadow?

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A shadow is a dark area or shape produced by a body coming between rays of light and a surface.