Unit 5 Forces of Nature TEST

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What are tectonic plates?

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Large sections of the Earth's crust that move and interact with each other, causing earthquakes and volcanic activity.

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What causes earthquakes?

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Earthquakes are caused by the movement of tectonic plates along faults.

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What is a cyclone?

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A type of storm characterized by a low-pressure center and strong winds, typically forming over warm ocean waters.

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What is the difference between a hurricane and a typhoon?

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The difference lies in their location; hurricanes occur in the Atlantic and Northeast Pacific, while typhoons occur in the Northwest Pacific.

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What is a fault in geology?

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A fracture or zone of fractures between two blocks of rock, allowing them to move relative to each other.

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What is a convergent boundary?

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A tectonic boundary where two plates collide, often causing mountains or earthquakes.

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What is a divergent boundary?

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A tectonic boundary where two plates move apart, leading to the formation of new crust.

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What is a transform boundary?

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A tectonic boundary where two plates slide past each other horizontally, causing earthquakes.

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Where do most tornadoes occur in the United States?

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Most tornadoes occur in the central part of the United States, often referred to as 'Tornado Alley'.

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What is a strike-slip fault?

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A type of fault where two blocks of crust slide past each other horizontally.