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Earth Science 6
Vocabulary Scaffolding
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Atmosphere | Envelope of gases that surround Earth and supports life |
| Altitude | The distance above sea level |
| Density | The amount of mass in a given volume |
| Cycle | Process that repeats over and over |
| Radiation | Energy that travels across distances in the form of certain types of waves; can be absorbed of reflected |
| Conduction | The transfer of heat energy from one substance to another by direct contact |
| Convection | The transfer of energy from place to place by the motion of gas or liquid |
| Evaporation | Process by which a liquid changes into a gas (water vapor) |
| Condensation | Process by which water vapor (gas) changes into a liquid |
| Precipitation | Any type of liquid or solid water that falls to the Earth's surface |