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NYSTCE Multi-Subject Part 3 - Arts and Sciences Exam Questions and Answers 100% Pass
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Scientific Method - ANSWER-An emperical method of procedure that has characterized natural science since the 17th century, consisting in systematic observation, measurement, and experiment, and the formulation, testing, and modification of hypotheses. 
 
- Acceptable experimentation techniques to ensure results are not skewed 
- Objectivity needed for valid results 
- Peer review 
- Experiments must be performed and recorded in a way that it can be reproduced to verify answers 
 
The Steps of th...
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ERSC181 Physical Geology Exam 2024 with Guaranteed Correct Answers
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mineral - correct answer 1. naturally occurring 
2. inorganic 
3. solid at room temp 
4. regular crystal structure 
5. defined chemical composition 
 
- there are exceptions 
- different in geology vs. nutrition label/pharmaceutical products 
 
rock - correct answer substance that contains one or more minerals or mineraloids 
Three types of rocks composed of minerals: 
- igneous (rock crystallizing from molten material) 
- sedimentary (rocks composed of products of mechanical weathering and chem...
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GEO CE 222 - Module 1: Introduction to Geology and Geotechnical Engineering || with 100% Error-free Solutions.
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Soil Mass correct answers a three-phase system that consists of solid particles, liquid, and gas. 
 
Geotechnical Engineering correct answers It is a technical specialty that deals with soil and rock as supporting materials for structures. 
 
Geotechnical Engineering correct answers It deals with the various foundation types that work between the structure and the ground. 
 
Geotechnical Engineering correct answers It deals with the soil or rock slopes whose failure may cause loss of human lives...
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ERSC 181 Test 8 (Final).
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ERSC 181 Test 8 (Final). 
 
 
 
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Refer to the image of a meandering stream shown here. At which site along the stream would stream erosion be the most active? 
 
 
 
 
 
 A. D and B 
 B. A and C 
 C. B and C 
 D. C and D 
E. A and E 
 
 
 
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Which type of faulting is most dangerous in Utah? 
 
 
 
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Hopkins GEOG 1111 Final (Unit 5) EXAM Questions With 100% Correct Answers
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Hopkins GEOG 1111 Final (Unit 5) EXAM 
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soil - answerthe fine material covering the Earth's surface composed of both mineral 
& organic material; 
dirt vs. soil - answerdirt is soil without the organic material 
weathering - answerprovides the raw (parent) materials for soil formation and development 
The processes by which rocks are chemically altered or physically broken into fragments as a 
result of exposure to atmospheric agents and the pressures & tempe...
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Praxis 5005 (Science) Kathleen Jasper Purple Book Notes and Information Already Graded A
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Praxis 5005 (Science) Kathleen Jasper Purple Book Notes and Information Already Graded A Mantle Is not liquid, but ductile or plastic, which means that some parts can flow under certain conditions and changes in pressure. 
Composed mainly of aluminum and silicates 
Crust The outermost solid layer of earth. It is the lithosphere. 
Core The innermost layers of the Earth. Mainly composed of nickel and iron 
Inner Core Solid. Temperatures and pressures are extreme. 
Outer Core A layer of liquid iron...
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GACE Middle Grades Science Exam Questions With 100% Correct Answers
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GACE Middle Grades Science Exam 
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Tidal hypothesis - answerTheory that the solar system started with a near collision of sun and 
large star. Few astronomers believe this theory. 
condensation hypothesis - answersolar system began with rotating clouds of dust and gas. 
Condensation happened in center to form sun, and smaller parts of clouds formed. More 
astronomers believe in this idea. 
Core - answerOuter core- liquid; inner core- solid. Very dense in center...
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Properties of water - • Exists as a liquid at most places on Earth's surface 
• Expands when it freezes; which is important in the weathering of rock 
• Hydrogen bonding creates surface tension, a "skin" of molecules giving water a 
stickiness 
quality - surface tension 
• Capillarity; water can "climb" up narrow openings. This is important to the 
movement of 
groundwater. 
• Good solvent; water dissolves most substances 
• High specific heat; it takes a relatively high amount ...
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APES Unit 4 Study Guide with correct answers 2024/2025
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APES Unit 4 Study Guide with correct answers 2024/2025What are the layers of the earth? - correct answer 15; Crust, mantle, outer core and inner core 
 
What are the 3 major processes in Earths geologic cycle? - correct answer Tectonic plates, rock cycle & soil formation 
 
Define the theory of plate tectonics - correct answer The theory that the lithosphere of the earth is divided into plates, most of which are in constant motion 
 
Explain the movement of divergent plate boundaries and give...
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TeXes Science 7-12 Practice Test Questions With Complete Solutions
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Fjord - ANSWERSA long narrow inlet with steep cliffs created by glacial erosion (commonly found in Washington State) 
 
The Alps were formed... - ANSWERS...by the collision of the African and Eurasian continents (the alps are not made of volcanic rock) 
 
Three Main Types of Rocks - ANSWERSIgneous - Obsidian, Basalt, Granite (made from lava/ volcanic activity) 
 
Metamorphic - Slate, Gneiss, Phyllis (made under extreme pressure and temperature) 
 
Sedimentary - Limestone, Shale, Sandstone (made...
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