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unit 1 mreview

unit 1 midterm review

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identify the major branches and specialty fields in the earth sciences. astronomy, geology, oceanography, meteorology, environmental science,cosmology, ecology, hydrology, seismology, volcanology.
discuss the layers of the earth and the composition of the layers. crust(thinnest), mantle(biggest), outer core( liquid), inner core ( solid) crust- made of granite and basalt. mantle- very dense and variety of minerals. outer core- iron and nickel. inner core- iron and nickel. asthenosphere- partially melted rock.
how does temperature change with depth within the interior of the earth?
what is the composition of the atmosphere? 78% nitrogen, 21% oxygen, 1% argon, .6% all other gases.
measurement of mass, volume, length, density mass- gram volume- liters length- meters density- grams
correct methods for measuring the volume of liquids and the mass and volume of objects. define density density- amount of mass per unit.
know how to apply the scientific method to a problem
compare and contrast experimental variables and controls
demonstrate knowledge of the variables on a line graph
theory the best guess with all available info
law
hypothesis
GPS radio navigation system that determines exact positions on the earth.
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