Geology on Mars Unit

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What is reasoning?

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The process of making clear how your evidence supports your claim.

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What is a landform?

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A feature that forms on the surface of a planet, such as a mountain, channel, or sand dune.

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What do planets need to be habitable?

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They need water and a source of energy.

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Which planet is NOT a rocky planet?

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Jupiter.

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What is an evidence gradient?

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A tool that helps rank evidence from least convincing to most convincing.

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What is geology?

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The study of the Earth, its structure, and the processes that shape it.

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What is the geosphere?

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The solid part of a planet, including rocks, soil, and landforms.

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What is a geological process?

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Processes that shape the Earth's surface, such as erosion, sedimentation, and volcanic activity.

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What is the significance of water on Mars?

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Water is essential for life and is a key factor in determining a planet's habitability.

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What are rocky planets?

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Planets that have a solid surface made up of rocks and metals, like Mars, Earth, and Venus.