Weathering, Erosion, and Deposition
Define weathering.
The process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces through natural forces.
What renewable energy resource would work best in Brick, NJ?
Solar Energy: We are not in a high wind area
What is pollution?
The presence of harmful substances in the environment.
Name three examples of renewable energy sources.
Solar, wind, and hydropower.
What is the freezing point of water in degrees Celsius?
0 Degrees C
How is weathering different from erosion?
Weathering breaks down rocks; erosion moves the broken pieces to a new location.
How can implementing renewable energy reduce Brick’s carbon footprint?
By decreasing reliance on fossil fuels and lowering greenhouse gas emissions.
How do fossil fuels affect the environment?
They release greenhouse gases, causing climate change and air pollution.
What is the difference between renewable and nonrenewable energy?
Renewable energy can be replenished naturally, while nonrenewable energy comes from finite resources.
What is the largest planet in our solar system?
Jupiter
What are the two main types of weathering?
Physical and chemical weathering.
What challenges might Brick face in adopting renewable energy?
High upfront costs
What is a carbon footprint?
The total amount of greenhouse gases emitted by a person, organization, or product.
What is the disadvantage of relying on solar energy?
Solar panels only produce electricity during daylight hours.
What are the three states of matter?
Solid, Liquid, Gas
Name five agents of erosion.
Water, wind, ice, gravity, and living organisms.
How does hydropower generate electricity?
It uses moving water to turn turbines, which generate electricity.
How can using renewable energy reduce air pollution?
Renewable energy sources produce little to no emissions.
How do homeowners benefit from solar panels?
Lower electric bill/ paid for generating their own electric
What force keeps planets in orbit around the sun?
Gravity
Describe chemical weathering and provide three examples.
Chemical weathering alters the chemical composition of rocks. Examples: rusting, acid rain effects, and dissolution by water.
Why is geothermal energy considered renewable?
It uses heat from the Earth’s core, which is continuously produced.
What is one major environmental problem caused by deforestation?
Loss of biodiversity and increased carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.
What brand of car is taking the world by storm that is all electric?
TESLA
What is the main gas found in the Earth’s atmosphere?
Nitrogen