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inside earth chpt 1
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| geologist | A scientist who studies the origin, history, and structure of the earth. |
| rock | The material that forms Earth’s hard surface. |
| geology | The study of earth's history as revealed in the rocks that make up the earth |
| constructive force | Force that shapes the surface by building up landmasses |
| destructive force | Destroys and wears away landmasses through a process like erosion and weathering |
| continent | one of Earth's seven large land areas |
| seismic wave | a ground vibration produced by an earthquake. The closer to the epicenter, the stronger these waves are felt. |
| pressure | the force being exerted on some part of Earth's structure due to gravity or the movement of its layers. |