Unit 2: Earth Processes Review

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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What causes the formation of tides on Earth?
Back
Gravitational forces from the moon and sun create bulges in the Earth's oceans, leading to high and low tides.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What type of substrate is typically found in rocky shore environments?
Back
Rocky substrate is typically found in rocky shore environments.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does the presence of similar fossils on different continents indicate?
Back
It suggests that the continents were once connected, supporting the theory of continental drift.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the typical slope of muddy shores?
Back
Muddy shores typically have a shallow slope or none at all.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What type of plate boundary is responsible for the creation of new oceanic crust?
Back
Divergent boundaries are responsible for the creation of new oceanic crust.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How do tectonic plate movements affect oceanic features?
Back
Tectonic plate movements can create features such as mid-ocean ridges, trenches, and volcanic islands.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the role of the moon in Earth's tidal system?
Back
The moon's gravitational pull is the primary force that causes the ocean's tides.
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