Earth Science Review Flashcard

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What causes tides on Earth?

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Tides on Earth are caused by the gravitational pull of the sun and moon.

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What type of boundary is formed when two tectonic plates collide?

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A convergent boundary is formed when two tectonic plates collide.

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What is a nonrenewable resource created from swamplands under heat and pressure?

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Coal is a nonrenewable resource created from swamplands under heat and pressure.

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What is the smallest unit of life?

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The smallest unit of life is the cell.

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What is the term for the total amount of energy that remains constant, consisting of kinetic and potential energy?

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Mechanical energy is the total amount of energy that stays the same, caused by the total amount of kinetic and potential energy that varies.

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What is the definition of a divergent boundary?

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A divergent boundary is where two tectonic plates move away from each other.

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What is the primary source of energy for the Earth?

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The primary source of energy for the Earth is the sun.

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What is the process by which plants convert sunlight into energy?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which plants convert sunlight into energy.

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What is the definition of a renewable resource?

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A renewable resource is a natural resource that can be replenished naturally over time.

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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 refers to long-term average weather patterns.