What caused the formation of the Himalayas? The magnetic field of Earth affects the steel hammer and increases its acceleration. Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like Newton discovered that the gravity of a planet _____ as the planet approaches the sun causing the planet to move _____ around the sun in that part of its orbit., Newton discovered that if two planetary objects moved twice as far from each other _____., Explain Kepler's 2nd law of planetary motion, also known as the Law of 11) Which of the following is the most popular and widely used map prepared by the U.S. Geological Survey? (2) Weathering and erosion are active on the moon. Do you agree or disagree with either or both of the students? What mechanism is most responsible for generating the internal heat of Io that drives the volcanic activity? And when it go when it does, not only are they going to do well, the wealthy will do very well as well. What are four key features of our solar system that any theory of solar system formation must be able to explain? +0.5 Delta [C]/Delta t, e.)S and HO have identical rates and more. Most are unchanged since their formation in the solar nebula. What economic significance do continental shelves have? Key Findings. Both are results of tidal interactions between the moon and earth. Calculate the centripetal force. The major processes that heat the interiors of the terrestrial worlds are __________. Which are true regarding the thickness of continental versus oceanic crust? What is the most important reason why an icy moon is more likely to be geologically active than a rocky moon of the same size? Round answer according to significant figures and do not reflect negative direction in your answer. The map shows that the cities are only 80 miles apart (straight-line distance). C) It cuts the dome of your local sky exactly in half. Match the regional/global with its influence on the geologic history of a continental interior. When dealing with sound intensities and decibel levels, a convenient approximation (accurate to 2 significant figures) is: For every doubling of the intensity, the decibel level increases by 3.0. How might its capture be relevant to its geological activity? How can it have a magnetic field? a place where a seafloor plate is sliding under a continental plate, Spreading centers are marked by mid-ocean ridges where hot mantle material rises upward and then spreads sideways. Subduction-related mountain belt thickens by the addition of volcanic rock at and below the surface. distance (an astronomical unit = 93,000,000 miles). If the frequency of an electromagnetic wave increases, does the number of waves passing by you increase, decrease, or stay the same? They may have been accreted onto continents after their formation. The law of conservation of angular momentum. (B) many fossils are found. Does red light have higher or lower energy than blue light? Which are tectonic settings in which regional mountain belts form? Find the force a 68.5 kg person would experience while standing on the surface of Mars. Evidence of common descent of living organisms has been discovered by scientists researching in a variety of disciplines over many decades, demonstrating that all life on Earth comes from a single ancestor.This forms an important part of the evidence on which evolutionary theory rests, demonstrates that evolution does occur, and illustrates the processes that created Earth's What kind of surface features may result from tectonics? What causes the apparent diameters of the stars? and more. Movement of the tectonic plate on which the continent rides. All the following statements about Venus are true. EUPOL COPPS (the EU Coordinating Office for Palestinian Police Support), mainly through these two sections, assists the Palestinian Authority in building its institutions, for a future Palestinian state, focused on security and justice sector reforms. More might have been accomplished if he had not been assassinated. The growth of planetesimals from smaller solid particles that collided and stuck together. Continental crust is made as the lowest-density seafloor crust melts and erupts to the surface near subduction zones. What do we conclude if a planet has few impact craters of any size? Which of the following is not a class of map projection? Which describes our understanding of flowing water on Mars? Two hypothetical discoveries in Part A deal with moons that, like Earth's moon, are relatively large compared to their planets. Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like Newton discovered that the gravity of a planet _____ as the planet approaches the sun causing the planet to move _____ around the sun in that part of its orbit., Newton discovered that if two planetary objects moved twice as far from each other _____., Explain Kepler's 2nd law of planetary motion, also known as the Law of A mountain climber hikes 25.5 km from her base camp, going 20.0 north of east. The jovian planets are thought to have formed as gravity drew hydrogen and helium gas around planetesimals made of __________. In fact, there are many reasons deposited checks can bounce, and the most common reason is that the check originator does not have enough money available in their account. If a planet were 4 A.U. Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like Which of the following is not a class of map projection? Australia is composed of relatively old and thick, The extremely deep ocean Marianas Trench is a result of. (T or F). On the second day, she walks 41.0 km in a direction 65.0 north of east, at which point she has reached a summit. Based on the developing continental outlines and the failed rift, identify the most likely location of the continental hot spot responsible for the rifting. Match the situation with how it may form local mountains. If we looked at a typical region of the mantle, what would we see happening? Other Quizlet sets. Deuterium has one proton and one neutron in its nucleus surrounded by one electron. If you travel 40 miles east and then turn around and drive 12 miles west, the displacement is? If the sled starts from rest at position do= 0.00, how long does it take to travel 441 meters? In general, how do magnetic objects align relative to Earth's magnetic field? Which of the following regions was not part of the large Southern Hemisphere continent of Gondwana? To determine the effect of aluminum leachate on human health, researchers conducted a series of toxicity tests on rats. Mars has virtually no magnetic field. ___. Two adjacent natural frequencies of an organ pipe are determined to be 550 Hz and 650 Hz. Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like d.) -1/3 Delta [B]/Delta t, a.) b) Its magnetic field comes from the Sun. Rising mantle material first encounters the base of the lithosphere. When it reaches the top, it does not pull itself over so it will slide down 1 cm. (The planet takes the same amount of time to move from A to B and from A' to B'.). Which of the following regions was the result of plumes of hot mantle rising in a hot spot within a plate? (5R from the center) 23.5N. Calculate its horizontal velocity at 10.0 seconds after it is fired. In what way is Pluto more like a comet than a planet? It was created by the impact of an object about 1 kilometer across. Wegener's continental drift hypothesis was weakened because a viable mechanism for moving the continents was lacking. In essence, the nebular theory holds that _________. The geologic history of a continental interior can be affected by: Changes in global climate and the rise and fall of sea level, having rocks, structures, fossils, and other geologic aspects that are unlike those in adjacent regions. The nebular theory also predicts that the cloud should heat up as it collapses. a. Some of the oldest continental crust on Earth lies in. the uplift of crust that occurs after an overlying mass has been removed. How much time does a passerby on the sidewalk below have to move out of the way before the penny hits the ground? If an object is thrown in an upward direction from the top of a building 160 ft. high at an initial speed of 21.82 mi/h., what is its final speed when it hits the ground? Islands of Precambrian rocks along the Mid-Atlantic Ridge. How does the amount of work done on an automobile by its engine relate to the energy content of the gasoline? In light of what we know about geological activity on the terrestrial worlds, why might it seem surprising to find geological activity on jovian moons? Why is continental crust lower in density than seafloor crust? a) The magnetic field is left over from when Jupiter accreted. Today, what do we call this Aristotelean natural motion? Because its surface is heated by an extreme greenhouse effect. It is a circle at a particular distance from the Sun, beyond which the temperature was low enough for ices to condense. Based on what you have learned, what is the most likely explanation for the lack of asteroids between Mercury and Mars? Liquid in the _____ produces Earth's magnetic field. Which one does the theory not predict? A 2,000-kg test car, traveling 60 m/s hits a brick wall. According to our present theory of solar system formation, why were solid planetesimals able to grow larger in the outer solar system than in the inner solar system? What evidence supports that the glaciers on the southern continents were once part of a single, massive ice sheet? Stellar near collisions are far too rare to explain all the planets now known to orbit nearby stars. Complete this statement: Divergence is to moving away as convergence is to _______. What is the car's total displacement? 46) Which of the following most accurately characterizes the goal of geography? From center to surface, which of the following correctly lists the interior layers of a terrestrial world? Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like Astronomers believe that the strong magnetic field on Jupiter is caused by 1) a core of molten iron and nickel 2) electric charges from the moon Io 3) a huge layer of metallic hydrogen inside Jupiter 4) the circulation of large reddish storms containing magnetic ammonia crystals 5) the magnetic personalities of all the Kepler discovered the forces that govern planetary motion. Microsoft pleaded for its deal on the day of the Phase 2 decision last month, but now the gloves are well and truly off. (1) Earth and the moon are the same age. Many meteorites appear to have formed early in the solar system's history. "The holding will call into question many other regulations that protect consumers with respect to credit cards, bank accounts, mortgage loans, debt collection, credit reports, and identity theft," tweeted Chris Peterson, a former enforcement attorney at the CFPB who is now a law professor (Disregard wind resistance. What does this tell us about the history of the moon? all the continents were joined; existed from about 250 Ma to about 200 Ma. 30 terms. 2 m is equivalent to how many mm (millimeters)? This model, though flawed, is commonly used by governments to try to avoid overexploitation. 84) If a clock on a ship indicates that it is 2:00 PM in its home port, while another clock on the ship indicates that it is 12:00 noon at the ship's present location, what is the difference in longitude between the ship's position and its home port? A magnesium atom needs two electrons to fill its outermost energy level. Velocity is displacement divided by time, v = d/t. Which of Newton's laws applies to this motion and why? Other historians have given more credit to Lincoln for what he accomplished within the tensions of his cabinet and a society at war, for his own growth in political and moral stature, and for the promise he held out to the slaves. The slowly increasing distance between South America and Africa is due to seafloor spreading., Old Faithful Geyser at Yellowstone National Park in the United States acquires its energy from a hot spot., Layered sedimentary rock exposed by erosion can be seen when looking at the Grand Canyon in the United States. Other Quizlet sets. Compared to the distance between Earth and Mars, the distance between Jupiter and Saturn is ______. What is the primary basis on which we divide the ingredients of the solar nebula into four categories (hydrogen/helium; hydrogen compound; rock; and metal)? Which internal energy source is the most important in continuing to heat the terrestrial planets today? Distance from Sun: same as Mars. The coastlines of the continents, especially South America and Africa, fit together like a jigsaw puzzle. If the mountain is 235 m long, what are the horizontal and vertical components of the skier's displacement? 23) Which of the following is easily determined using the position of the Sun or stars? Which of the following statements about our solar system's terrestrial worlds are true? The continental crust is thicker and less dense than oceanic crust. According to Aristotle, if earth and water were displaced then they would return naturally to their proper place. found in the Atlantic Ocean between North America and Europe is composed of dense and relatively young rock. Why aren't small asteroids spherical in shape? Have a central region called a continental shield and a surrounding region called a continental platform. Evidence of common descent of living organisms has been discovered by scientists researching in a variety of disciplines over many decades, demonstrating that all life on Earth comes from a single ancestor.This forms an important part of the evidence on which evolutionary theory rests, demonstrates that evolution does occur, and illustrates the processes that created Earth's 12 terms. 30 terms. How is the thickness of the lithosphere going to change as it moves away from a divergent plate boundary? An object weighs 60.0 kg on the surface of the earth. Neither person is winning, but each of you is struggling to push the other's forearm over to the tabletop. Earthquakes with magnitude greater than 4.0 occur in a pattern than correlates closely with plate boundaries. This is effected under Palestinian ownership and in accordance with the best European and international standards. 48) Which of the following is an example of an intermediate map scale? Which of the following best explains why finding 1 planet with such a moon is consistent with the nebular theory, while finding 6 planets with such moons is not consistent? a global "repaving" that erased essentially all the surface features that had existed earlier, Steep-sided stratovolcanoes are made from lava that. What is the relationship between the mantle and the asthenosphere? Which of the following is a feature of a divergent plate boundary? Which phenomenon can explain the presence of volcanoes in the middle of the Pacific Ocean? Even though Triton is much smaller than our Moon, Triton' surface shows evidence of relatively recent geological activity. Composed of sediment eroded from the Appalachian Mountains. Because of that, the hammer falls faster than the feather. Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like Which of the following is not a class of map projection? divergent boundaries by submarine eruptions and intrusions of basaltic magma. The process of adding a terrane to another landmass is called __________. How fast was the first hockey puck initially moving? On what did Plato base his knowledge? Which of the two forces is greater: the force on the grasshopper or the force on the windshield? Why do we think Mercury has so many tremendous cliffs? The main process by which heat flows upward through the lithosphere is, Earth is the only terrestrial planet to have experienced tectonic stresses and volcanic activity. Why is Io more volcanically active than our moon? Find the decibel levels if the sound intensity is increased by factors of 2.0. Microsoft pleaded for its deal on the day of the Phase 2 decision last month, but now the gloves are well and truly off. In the context of models, which of the following best explains this verdict? ____ hours. Rifting once again occurred around 200 Ma and created the Atlantic Ocean; North America underwent a cycle of rifting, collisions, and rifting. Finding evidence that other giant impacts occurred in our solar system, with a total number of impacts consistent with what models of solar system formation lead us to expect. What is the giant impact hypothesis for the origin of the Moon? 86) The individual who first determined the circumference of the Earth did so using all but which of the following? Normal faults and more. Calculate its weight on another planet that has an acceleration due to gravity one-half that of the earth. Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like Which of the following is the best answer to the question, "Why does the Sun shine?" Size: same as the Moon. Which interpretation of the image (Rainbow'd world map) is correct? Equal number of terrestrial and jovian planets. Regional elevation _________ due to normal faulting, erosion, or cooling. A comet entering the inner solar system from afar will __________. The plane is traveling horizontally at 100.0 m/s at a height of 50.0 m above the ground. Unusually large moons form in giant impacts, which are relatively rare events. An object is dropped from a platform100 ft high. Which one's surface would you expect to be most crowded with impact craters? Mars has a mass of 6.43 x 1023 kg and a radius of 3.43 x 106m from its center to the surface. Why are there no impact craters on the surface of Io? (3) Parts of the moon were once hot and molten. (D) hurricanes are common., The ultimate cause for tectonic plate movement is _______. 12 terms. Why would it speed up as it approaches our solar system? Identify the action force. The carbon dioxide that is being added to the atmosphere by the burning of fossil fuels is an example of an ________ variable to the atmosphere and an ________ variable from the lithosphere. A car is on a circular off ramp of an interstate and is traveling at exactly 25 mph around the curve. (figure 17.14). It was cold enough for hydrogen compounds to condense into ices. However, the first generation of star systems in the universe probably consisted only of hydrogen and helium. Suppose the Sun suddenly collapsed in on itself, dropping to one quarter of its current radius. The astronaut gives both objects an equal push in the same direction. The following statements are all true. It orbits Neptune at a high inclination to Neptune's equator. The Michigan Basin is pictured in the images. 77) If increased levels of carbon dioxide lead to further increases in temperature by promoting the release of even more carbon dioxide from the oceans, this means that ______ feedback has occurred and that the planet is __________. A non-rechargeable battery can best be described as a/an _______ energy system and a/an ________ material system. B) It represents an extension of Earth's equator onto the celestial sphere. What do we mean when we say that the terrestrial worlds underwent differentiation? It's the result of gradual erosion by micrometeorites striking the Moon. Consider the following debate between two students about their answer to the previous question. Nearly all comets orbit the Sun in same direction and roughly the same plane. On average, how long do periods of reverse and normal polarity last? It warps and uplifts earth's surface as well as the underlying rock layers; uplift of a hard layer can create a local mountain. (T or F). If light intensity obeyed an inverse square law, you would expect to find the intensity to decrease as the inverse square of the distance. Determine general amount of uplift; the top of Mount Everest contain limestone that was deposited below sea level and later uplifted to over 8,800 m. As deep rocks are uplifted, they cool and lock in daughter products from radioactive decay; in the Himalaya, some of the show ages as young as several million years. Nebular theory predicts that other solar systems that formed in the same way should also have 8 planets. What property of the Earth's magnetic field was crucial in the discovery of seafloor spreading? Volcanism is more likely on a planet that. If this is true, which of the following could explain it? Jupiter does not have a large metal core like Earth. What is the biggest advantage of a reflecting telescope? Broad region surrounding the central area is characterized by nearly horizontal sedimentary rocks that were deposited on top of the basement. Which of the following describes tectonics? (a) 2 mg/L, (b) 5 mg/L, (c) 20 mg/L, (d) 50 mg/L, (e) 500 mg/L. 61) Which of the following is the most strongly supported by experimental and observational evidence? hydrogen and helium gas; hydrogen compounds; rock; metal. An object weighs 60.0 kg on the surface of the earth. If the create has a mass of 100 kg and is 1.6 m tall and 0.80 m in depth and width, what is the minimum force needed to make the crate start tipping? What surface feature provides evidence for the location of hot spots? Which of the following is not evidence for plate tectonics on Earth? the eruption of molten rock from a planet's interior to its surface. our Moon formed when a Mars-size object collided with the young Earth. A) planar B) conical C) cylindrical D) geometrical, The larger the scale of a map, the __________ the area covered by the map and the ________ detail it provides. Match the location of the image with the best approximation of lithospheric thickness at that location. What was the first evidence that led early researchers to suspect that Earth's continents were once connected? A car travels 35.0 mph north for 1.00 hour, then 40.0 mph east for 0.0500 hour, and finally 50.0 mph northeast for 2.00 hours. Which of the following best describes the lunar maria? all the continents were joined; existed from about 1.1 Ga to about 600 Ma. What are the basic requirements for a terrestrial world to have a global magnetic field? B) the Earth has a liquid metal outer core, spinning rapidly as it rotates. How much does it weigh 4R from the surface? The process in which one plate slides under another is called subduction and is marked by deep ocean trenches. Which statement below best applies to the solid surface of the planet Jupiter. Light travels 300,000,000 m/s, and one year has approximately 32,000,000 seconds. Low areas that lie between a trench and the volcanic arc are ________ basins. What characteristic distinguishes a meteorite from a terrestrial rock? If a cart of 4 kg mass has a force of 8 newtons exerted on it, what is its acceleration? When moving away from a divergent boundary in either direction, which of the following statements is true? We expect a scientific theory to be able to make predictions that can be tested. (D) water vapor condenses to liquid. C) the Earth's interior must be completely molten to the center. The world's highest mountain range, with many peaks more than 8 km above sea level. EARTH SCIENCE. from the sun, how many years would it take to make 1 orbit? As discussed in the Extraordinary Claims box, when the giant impact idea was first proposed, it was generally thought to be so unlikely that it wasn't seriously considered until decades alter, after the Apollo missions to the Moon. As Eric Foner wrote: Which type of plate boundary is most closely associated with uplifting continental regions and mountain building? When did the objects that we now see as asteroids and comets form in the solar system? During the Paleozoic, the Catskill Delta existed in what is now the eastern United States. The slowly increasing distance between South America and Africa is due to seafloor spreading., Old Faithful Geyser at Yellowstone National Park in the United States acquires its energy from a hot spot., Layered sedimentary rock exposed by erosion can be seen when looking at the Grand Canyon in the United States. Where is most of Earth's fresh water found? What single straight-line displacement could Cody have taken to reach the treasure? The choices describe four hypothetical planets. Continental crust is thicker than oceanic crust. Imagine that an alien spaceship crashed onto Earth. a) The magnetic field is left over from when Jupiter accreted. EUPOL COPPS (the EU Coordinating Office for Palestinian Police Support), mainly through these two sections, assists the Palestinian Authority in building its institutions, for a future Palestinian state, focused on security and justice sector reforms. If the train has constant speed of 22 m/s, what are the vertical and horizontal components of the train's velocity? Why do astronomers build optical observatories at the tops of mountains? Now in one swift motion you plant your friend's forearm on the table, winning the contest. 66) Which of the following is a capability of a geographic information system (GIS)? and more. Match the feature with how it may lead to the timing of terrane accretion. What color would we see this image in if the image were not falsely colored? What property of the Earth's magnetic field was crucial in the discovery of seafloor spreading? It saves money because the spacecraft uses atmospheric drag to slow down rather than needing to carry enough fuel to slow by firing rocket engines. (5R from the center), An object is dropped near the earth's surface. What observational evidence confirms that tidal heating is important on Io? Where do magnetic field lines exit the Earth today? Which internal energy source produces heat by converting gravitational potential energy into thermal energy? Folding can make a local mountain by _______. Which two factors are most important to the existence of plate tectonics on Earth? Normal faults create downdropped blocks that accumulate sediment; may evolve into a passive margin. The velocity of a tsunami with a wavelength of 400,000 m and a 30 min period is: What are some of the possible methods of forecasting volcanic eruptions? Continental rifts are formed by _________ forces. Where would you expect terrestrial planets to form in the solar nebula? Io experiences tidal heating primarily because __________. Suppose that future observations show that one of these planets has two orbiting moons. What are the conditions necessary for a terrestrial planet to have a strong magnetic field? What key piece of scientific understanding was missing that made it seem so unlikely when first proposed? 33) Which of the following describes the property of true shape on a map? 45) The realization that the Earth was a sphere. This is effected under Palestinian ownership and in accordance with the best European and international standards. Latitude can be changed over time, causing drastic changes in climate of the area. Divide 300 g2 by 0.0005 g and express the answer in scientific notation. Why was it advantageous for the Voyager mission to consist of flybys rather than orbiters? ____ hours. (True Or False). How can it have a magnetic field? A 230 kg steel crate is being pushed along a cement floor. (4) Gravity on the surface of the moon is greater than on Earth's surface. What would the climate have been at that time and at the location where the coal deposits were formed, and what would it indicate about the continent's past latitude? How long, approximately, do geologists estimate it takes for the entire seafloor to be replaced due to plate tectonics? This is a good example of Newton's third law of motion. The Moon doesn't have a magnetic field. Match the possible tectonic origin with the terrane description. Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like Regions in which earthquakes are common are also regions in which (A) the geomagnetic force is strong. Why is that considered accelerated motion? Consider the following statement: "Rocky asteroids are found primarily in the asteroid belt and Kuiper belt, whereas icy comets are found primarily in the Oort cloud." Which of the following is not a real difference between asteroids and comets? (C) volcanoes are common. Refer to the June solstice position of Earth. Late Paleozoic sedimentary rocks often contain extensive coal seams that were used to support the existence of Pangaea. 43) Relative to the fundamental themes of geography proposed by the Association of American Geographers, latitude and longitude refer to.
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