What type of force is an earthquake? Why is it called this?

An earthquake is called a destructive force. It is called a destructive force because things are destroyed by its occurrence. Unlike a volcano or mountain range, which is a constructive force since something is being constructed by its occurrence.

What are some ways that glaciers can affect the surface of the Earth?

Glaciers can: -erode rocks and sediment on a mountainside. -push sediment on top of other sediment, creating layers. -breakdown different landforms. -deliver sediment into an area creating deposition.

What is a renewable resource? List 3 examples.

A renewable resource is something that can be replaced in a relatively short period of time. Examples include: -water -air -plants -trees

What is a nonrenewable resources? List 3 examples.

A nonrenewable resource is something that cannon be replaced in a short amount of time. Once it is gone….it is gone forever.Examples include: -fossil fuels (oil, coal, & natural gas) -gems (minerals)

What is an inexhaustible resource? List 3 examples.

An inexhaustible resource is something that people cannot use up. Examples include: -wind -waves (ocean tides) -sun

What is a natural resource? What are some natural resources that you use everyday?

A natural resource is something that we get from the Earth. Some natural resources we use are: -fresh water for showers/baths -fruits to eat -electricity created from fossil fuels -oil and petroleum as fuel for an automobile -sunlight so that plants can grow for us to eat.

What are the names of the planets in their order from the Sun?

Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune. The Sun is the center of our universe. We currently have 8 identified planets in our solar system.

What are some facts about our solar system?

Answers can include: -There are 8 planets -The Sun is the center of our universe -Our 8 planets rotate on their axes as they revolve around the Sun. -The Sun’s gravity keeps all the planets in orbit. -One million Earth’s could fit inside the Sun.

What are some facts about our Sun?

Answers can include: (but not limited to) -It is about 4.5 billion years old. -It is the center of our universe. -It has dark, cool areas called sunspots. -It has hot explosions called solar flares. -It is made of hydrogen and helium gases. -It is a medium sized star (compared to other stars).

Our moon travels around the Earth every 28 days. What do we see in our night sky during the new moon phase?

During a new moon, we cannot see the moon at all from Earth. It appears as if the moon has disappeared from the night sky.

Erosion is the process of moving sediment from one location to another. Erosion often occurs on hillsides. What are some things that we can do to slow down erosion?

Answers can include: -plant grass on the hillside. The roots help to hold the soil in place. -Place large rocks on the hillside to hold the soil in place. Create a drainage system so that rain cannot move the soil as quickly.

What is the main source of energy for ALL life on Earth? (This includes plants, animals, cycles, etc.)

The Sun

In what part of the water cycle do we see a change from a liquid to a gas?

Evaporation What do the molecules look like when they change from a liquid to a gas?

In what part of the water cycle do we see a change from a gas to a liquid?

Condensation What do the molecules look like when they change from a gas to a liquid?

What is an example of a daily cycle? What is an example of a yearly cycle?

Daily CyclesYearly Cycle One rotation of the EarthOne revolution of the Earth around the Sun.

What are some examples of things that occur on a regular basis. (You can count on the happening every day, month, or year)

Answers Include: -Seasons (winter, spring, summer, fall) -Phases of the moon (every 28 days) -Tides (high tide and low tide everyday) -Sunrise/Sunset (everyday) -Rotation of the Earth (everyday)

Animals breathe in____________and exhale __________________. Plants take in ________________and release ____________________.

Animals breathe in oxygen and exhale carbon dioxide. Plants take in carbon dioxide and release oxygen.

Explain weathering, erosion and deposition.

Erosion is the process of moving sediment from one place to another. Weathering is the breaking down of large rocks into smaller rocks. Eventually, soil is formed this way. Deposition is the process of dropping off sediment into a new location. Deltas are formed because of deposition.

While out hiking, Angela found several oyster shells and fossils on the top of a hill. What conclusions might she make about this particular hill?

Angela could conclude that the hill was underwater at one time.

What is an example of a constructive forces? What is an example of a destructive forces? What are some forces that could be both constructive and destructive?

Constructive Forces:Destructive Forces: VolcanoesGlaciers Earthquakes Both: Moving water Wind

How are fossil fuels formed?

Fossil Fuels formed from buried remains of plant and animal life that was changed by millions of years of pressure and heat.

What are three ways in which the moon and the Earth are the same?

Answers can include: -Both have valleys -Both have mountains -Both have gravity (moon has much less) -Man has walked on both