8th Grade Science Sem 2 Final

Front

What causes wind due to uneven heating of the atmosphere?

Back

Air pressure.

Front

What is the term for water that fills the cracks and spaces in underground soil and rock layers?

Back

Groundwater.

Front

What is a type of landfill designed to hold municipal solid waste safely?

Back

A sanitary landfill.

Front

What is the practice of raising fish and other water-dwelling organisms for food called?

Back

Aquaculture.

Front

What type of clouds usually result in thunderstorms?

Back

Cumulonimbus clouds.

Front

What is the term for the movement of air from high pressure to low pressure areas?

Back

Wind.

Front

What is the water cycle process where water vapor turns into liquid water?

Back

Condensation.

Front

What is the main gas responsible for the greenhouse effect?

Back

Carbon dioxide.

Front

What is the term for the layer of gases surrounding Earth?

Back

Atmosphere.

Front

What is the process of water soaking into the ground called?

Back

Infiltration.