earth science fact packet
... space between the molecules. As air cools there is less room for water vapor and it condenses as dew or precipitation. 40. Global warming, believed to be caused by an increase in the greenhouse gases (C0 water vapor, methane), which allows light energy to penetrate the atmosphere but does not let in ...
... space between the molecules. As air cools there is less room for water vapor and it condenses as dew or precipitation. 40. Global warming, believed to be caused by an increase in the greenhouse gases (C0 water vapor, methane), which allows light energy to penetrate the atmosphere but does not let in ...
Chapter 7 Notes - Wachter Middle School
... a. Seismic waves are vibrations that travel through the Earth. b. The speed of seismic waves depends on the density of the material they travel through. The denser the material, the faster seismic waves move. Scientists use the time travel measurements to calculate the density and thickness of each ...
... a. Seismic waves are vibrations that travel through the Earth. b. The speed of seismic waves depends on the density of the material they travel through. The denser the material, the faster seismic waves move. Scientists use the time travel measurements to calculate the density and thickness of each ...
“Seeing” Continental Drift
... Earth's plates on a yearly basis. In addition to confirming the geologic results concerning the large-scale motion of the plates, these new measurements are being used to home in on the detailed interactions between plates at their boundaries The two relatively new techniques use outer-space as a fr ...
... Earth's plates on a yearly basis. In addition to confirming the geologic results concerning the large-scale motion of the plates, these new measurements are being used to home in on the detailed interactions between plates at their boundaries The two relatively new techniques use outer-space as a fr ...
Falcon Focus
... layer that you live on, and it is the most widely studied and understood. The mantle is much hotter and has the ability to flow. The core (outer core and inner core) are even hotter with pressures so great you would be squeezed into a ball smaller than a marble if you were able to go to the center o ...
... layer that you live on, and it is the most widely studied and understood. The mantle is much hotter and has the ability to flow. The core (outer core and inner core) are even hotter with pressures so great you would be squeezed into a ball smaller than a marble if you were able to go to the center o ...
Plate Tectonic Webquest
... 13. The __________________________of an earthquake is the depth from the Earth's surface to the region where an earthquake's energy originates (the ____________________). 14. The ______________________ of an earthquake is the point on the Earth's surface directly above the focus. 15. Earthquakes be ...
... 13. The __________________________of an earthquake is the depth from the Earth's surface to the region where an earthquake's energy originates (the ____________________). 14. The ______________________ of an earthquake is the point on the Earth's surface directly above the focus. 15. Earthquakes be ...
Plate Tectonic Webquest Plate Tectonic Webquest Site 1: http://www
... 11.______________________ occur in response to squeezing or compression; the overlying block moves up the dip of the fault plane. 12.______________________ occur in response to either type of stress; the blocks move horizontally past one another. Most faulting along spreading zones is normal, along ...
... 11.______________________ occur in response to squeezing or compression; the overlying block moves up the dip of the fault plane. 12.______________________ occur in response to either type of stress; the blocks move horizontally past one another. Most faulting along spreading zones is normal, along ...
Bouncing, bending, breaking
... hammer, it will break! Seismic evidence shows that the Earth’s mantle may also transmit earthquake waves, by the elastic deformation of the mantle rocks, showing they must be solid. However, mantle rocks may also “flow” or creep, given enough time and under the conditions of higher temperatures and ...
... hammer, it will break! Seismic evidence shows that the Earth’s mantle may also transmit earthquake waves, by the elastic deformation of the mantle rocks, showing they must be solid. However, mantle rocks may also “flow” or creep, given enough time and under the conditions of higher temperatures and ...
Slide 1
... and EARTH’S INTERIOR ROOTS: Crypto = hidden (cryptography) Cumul = mass (cumulative) Cycl = circle (cycle) De = reduce (decelerate) Deca = ten (decade) Deci = one tenth (decibel) Dem = people (democracy) Demi = less than (demigod) Dendr = tree (dendriform – treelike) Dent = tooth (dentist) ...
... and EARTH’S INTERIOR ROOTS: Crypto = hidden (cryptography) Cumul = mass (cumulative) Cycl = circle (cycle) De = reduce (decelerate) Deca = ten (decade) Deci = one tenth (decibel) Dem = people (democracy) Demi = less than (demigod) Dendr = tree (dendriform – treelike) Dent = tooth (dentist) ...
Earthsci1
... the ratio of 4:2:1, divided into two shells, an inner shell called the asthenosphere, and an outer shell called the lithosphere; 3) an outer crust composed of two components, one represented by the sea floors and the other by the continents; 4) a discontinuous hydrosphere and polar ice cap; and 5) a ...
... the ratio of 4:2:1, divided into two shells, an inner shell called the asthenosphere, and an outer shell called the lithosphere; 3) an outer crust composed of two components, one represented by the sea floors and the other by the continents; 4) a discontinuous hydrosphere and polar ice cap; and 5) a ...
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... ____ 43. Much denser and thicker than the crust…where magma comes from ____ 44. The theory that Earth’s lithosphere is divided into tectonic plates that move around ____ 45. This happens when two tectonic plates collide ____ 46. Makes up 1/3 of the Earth’s mass, composed of mostly iron ____ 47. New ...
... ____ 43. Much denser and thicker than the crust…where magma comes from ____ 44. The theory that Earth’s lithosphere is divided into tectonic plates that move around ____ 45. This happens when two tectonic plates collide ____ 46. Makes up 1/3 of the Earth’s mass, composed of mostly iron ____ 47. New ...
hot liquid rock beneath the earth`s surface
... the earth's surface igneous rock rock formed by the cooling and hardening of magma or lava rocks formed from sediments that have been pressed and cemented into rock Created by A. Wong, Sugarland ES ...
... the earth's surface igneous rock rock formed by the cooling and hardening of magma or lava rocks formed from sediments that have been pressed and cemented into rock Created by A. Wong, Sugarland ES ...
SEISMIC ACTIVITY (mainly shallow earthquakes)
... 2. BASALT VOLCANISITY mostly tholeitic composition ...
... 2. BASALT VOLCANISITY mostly tholeitic composition ...
Unit 3: Plate Tectonics Slideshow REGENTS
... A concept in Science that Wegener KNEW, but did not imagine it could move continents. ...
... A concept in Science that Wegener KNEW, but did not imagine it could move continents. ...
6TH GRADE EARTH SCIENCE LEOCE STUDY GUIDE
... radiation, global winds, evaporation, water cycle, weather, ozone layer, condensation, transpiration, precipitation, salinity, radiation, conduction, and convection STUDENT QUESTIONS: 6. Explain the Sun’s role in the water cycle. 7. Explain the effects of ocean currents on climate. 8. How are deep o ...
... radiation, global winds, evaporation, water cycle, weather, ozone layer, condensation, transpiration, precipitation, salinity, radiation, conduction, and convection STUDENT QUESTIONS: 6. Explain the Sun’s role in the water cycle. 7. Explain the effects of ocean currents on climate. 8. How are deep o ...
Continental Drift - The Cyberworld of Deepsea Dawn, Oregon
... – PLATE TECTONICS – surface of earth composed of “plates” (LITHOSPHERE) that move on a “conveyor belt” (ASTHENOSPHERE) ...
... – PLATE TECTONICS – surface of earth composed of “plates” (LITHOSPHERE) that move on a “conveyor belt” (ASTHENOSPHERE) ...
Earthquakes
... The Richter Magnitude Scale (ranges from 1 to 9) quantitative measure of EQ magnitude An increase of one unit on the Richter Scale (5 to 6) is equivalent to a 10-fold increase in amplitude of the largest seismic wave produced. In terms of energy released, a one unit increase on the Richter Scale e ...
... The Richter Magnitude Scale (ranges from 1 to 9) quantitative measure of EQ magnitude An increase of one unit on the Richter Scale (5 to 6) is equivalent to a 10-fold increase in amplitude of the largest seismic wave produced. In terms of energy released, a one unit increase on the Richter Scale e ...
Quick Review
... Igneous rocks: Magma cools deep below the earth’s surface to form crystalline granite. Lava flows out onto the surface of the Earth to create fine-grained basalt. ...
... Igneous rocks: Magma cools deep below the earth’s surface to form crystalline granite. Lava flows out onto the surface of the Earth to create fine-grained basalt. ...
Are the continents moving? What are plate tectonics?
... Scientists developed a theory called plate tectonics to explain how forces deep within Earth can cause the ocean floor to spread and continents to move. ...
... Scientists developed a theory called plate tectonics to explain how forces deep within Earth can cause the ocean floor to spread and continents to move. ...
Unit 1 Notes
... faults based on information contained in a variety of maps. EEn.2.1.3 Explain how natural actions such as weathering, erosion (wind, water and gravity), and soil formation affect Earth’s surface. EEn.2.1.4 Explain the probability of and preparation for geohazards such as landslides, avalanches, ...
... faults based on information contained in a variety of maps. EEn.2.1.3 Explain how natural actions such as weathering, erosion (wind, water and gravity), and soil formation affect Earth’s surface. EEn.2.1.4 Explain the probability of and preparation for geohazards such as landslides, avalanches, ...
Layers of the Earth
... and oceanic. Yes, there is even crust under the ocean! WHICH LAYERS: It has two parts, the crust and the upper mantle. PREFIX: The lithosphere (geosphere) is the "solid" part of Earth ...
... and oceanic. Yes, there is even crust under the ocean! WHICH LAYERS: It has two parts, the crust and the upper mantle. PREFIX: The lithosphere (geosphere) is the "solid" part of Earth ...
Chapter 7:2 pages 198-201
... C. Evidence for Sea-Floor Spreading: Magnetic Reversals 1. Some of the most important evidence of sea-floor spreading comes from magnetic reversals recorded in the ocean floor. 2.Throughout Earth’s history, the north and south magnetic poles have changed places many times. 3. When the poles change ...
... C. Evidence for Sea-Floor Spreading: Magnetic Reversals 1. Some of the most important evidence of sea-floor spreading comes from magnetic reversals recorded in the ocean floor. 2.Throughout Earth’s history, the north and south magnetic poles have changed places many times. 3. When the poles change ...
Chapter 18 Section One
... that the lithosphere is broken into many large and small slabs of rock called tectonic plates (tehk-TAHN-ihk). Scientists do not know exactly how or when in Earth’s history these giant plates formed. Tectonic plates fit together like a jigsaw puzzle that makes up the surface of Earth. You could comp ...
... that the lithosphere is broken into many large and small slabs of rock called tectonic plates (tehk-TAHN-ihk). Scientists do not know exactly how or when in Earth’s history these giant plates formed. Tectonic plates fit together like a jigsaw puzzle that makes up the surface of Earth. You could comp ...
Earth and the Moon - Nutley Public Schools
... Found several faults ___________ beneath They were hidden inside of __________ in the earth The determined these faults are ______ very active ...
... Found several faults ___________ beneath They were hidden inside of __________ in the earth The determined these faults are ______ very active ...
Geophysics
Geophysics /dʒiːoʊfɪzɪks/ is a subject of natural science concerned with the physical processes and physical properties of the Earth and its surrounding space environment, and the use of quantitative methods for their analysis. The term geophysics sometimes refers only to the geological applications: Earth's shape; its gravitational and magnetic fields; its internal structure and composition; its dynamics and their surface expression in plate tectonics, the generation of magmas, volcanism and rock formation. However, modern geophysics organizations use a broader definition that includes the water cycle including snow and ice; fluid dynamics of the oceans and the atmosphere; electricity and magnetism in the ionosphere and magnetosphere and solar-terrestrial relations; and analogous problems associated with the Moon and other planets.Although geophysics was only recognized as a separate discipline in the 19th century, its origins go back to ancient times. The first magnetic compasses were made from lodestones, while more modern magnetic compasses played an important role in the history of navigation. The first seismic instrument was built in 132 BC. Isaac Newton applied his theory of mechanics to the tides and the precession of the equinox; and instruments were developed to measure the Earth's shape, density and gravity field, as well as the components of the water cycle. In the 20th century, geophysical methods were developed for remote exploration of the solid Earth and the ocean, and geophysics played an essential role in the development of the theory of plate tectonics.Geophysics is applied to societal needs, such as mineral resources, mitigation of natural hazards and environmental protection. Geophysical survey data are used to analyze potential petroleum reservoirs and mineral deposits, locate groundwater, find archaeological relics, determine the thickness of glaciers and soils, and assess sites for environmental remediation.