Earth & Environmental Science

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What is a soil texture triangle?

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A soil texture triangle is a diagram that helps identify the type of soil based on its proportions of sand, silt, and clay.

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What type of soil is composed of 40% sand, 40% silt, and 20% clay?

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Loam.

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What happens when the sun, moon, and Earth are aligned in a straight line?

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A larger-than-normal tide occurs.

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How does a decrease in plant diversity affect animal populations?

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It could cause a decrease in animal populations in the biosphere.

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What is the main difference between the stratosphere and thermosphere regarding temperature?

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In the stratosphere, temperature increases due to ozone absorbing ultraviolet radiation; in the thermosphere, it increases due to direct exposure to the sun.

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What is deforestation?

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Deforestation is the clearing or thinning of forests, which can lead to environmental issues.

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What is one major effect of deforestation?

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Decrease in biodiversity.

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What is biodiversity?

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Biodiversity refers to the variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem.

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What role do plants play in the carbon cycle?

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Plants absorb carbon dioxide during photosynthesis, helping to regulate atmospheric CO2 levels.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The greenhouse effect is the warming of Earth’s surface due to the trapping of heat by greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.