Intro to Astronomy and Earth's Atmosphere
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What theory states that the universe expanded from a small, dense, hot initial state?

  • Gaia Hypothesis
  • Big Bang Theory (correct)
  • Nebular Hypothesis
  • Steady State Theory

    • Who first discovered that distant galaxies are redshifted?

  • Edwin Hubble (correct)
  • Vesto Slipher
  • William Huggins
  • George Gamow

    • The age of the universe is estimated to be approximately:

  • 4.56 billion years
  • 10 billion years
  • 4.6 billion years
  • 13.7 billion years (correct)

    • Which layer of the atmosphere is known for containing the ozone layer?

    <p>Stratosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The outer planets are also referred to as:

    <p>Jovian planets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of seismic wave can travel through both solid and liquid?

    <p>P waves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is orogenesis?

    <p>The formation of mountains</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which principle states that sedimentary layers are deposited in horizontal layers?

    <p>Principle of Original Horizontality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a type of metamorphism?

    <p>Mechanical</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Mohorovicic or Moho?

    <p>The boundary between the crust and mantle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of stress occurs when rocks are pushed together?

    <p>Compressional</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What kind of rock is formed from sediments?

    <p>Sedimentary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'hydrolysis' refer to in chemical weathering?

    <p>Decomposition of minerals in water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an unconformity in geology?

    <p>A gap in the geological record</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Earth’s age is approximately:

    <p>4.56 billion years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Gaia Hypothesis suggests that the biosphere is a self-regulating system.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    The Big Bang Theory

    • The Big Bang theory states that the universe expanded from a small, dense, hot initial state.

    Edwin Hubble and Redshift

    • Edwin Hubble discovered that distant galaxies are redshifted, indicating that they are moving away from us.

    The Age of the Universe

    • The age of the universe is estimated to be approximately 13.7 billion years.

    The Ozone Layer

    • The stratosphere contains the ozone layer, which protects life on Earth from harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation.

    Outer Planets

    • The outer planets (Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune) are also known as Jovian planets. These planets are characterized by their large size, low density, and gaseous composition.

    Seismic Waves

    • P waves (primary waves) are compressional waves that can travel through both solids and liquids.
    • S waves (secondary waves) are shear waves that can only travel through solids.

    Earth's Atmosphere

    • The primary gas in the Earth's atmosphere is nitrogen.

    Igneous Rocks

    • Igneous rocks form from the solidification of magma (molten rock) or lava (molten rock that has erupted onto the Earth's surface).

    Orogenesis

    • Orogenesis is the process of mountain formation. It involves the deformation of the Earth's crust due to tectonic forces.

    The Principle of Original Horizontality

    • The principle of original horizontality states that sedimentary layers are deposited in horizontal layers.

    The Earth's Internal Structure

    • The Earth's inner core is primarily composed of iron and nickel.

    Gaia Hypothesis

    • The Gaia hypothesis was developed by James Lovelock and Lynn Margulis. It suggests that the Earth's biosphere (living organisms) acts as a self-regulating system, maintaining conditions suitable for life.

    Divergent Plate Boundaries

    • Divergent plate boundaries occur where tectonic plates move away from each other.

    Lithification

    • Lithification is the process of transforming sediments into solid rock.

    Metamorphic Rocks

    • Metamorphic rocks are formed under high pressure and temperature.

    Quartz

    • The primary component of quartz is silicon and oxygen.

    Chemical Weathering

    • Chemical weathering involves chemical changes that break down rocks.

    Landslides

    • A landslide is a rapid flow of debris and water down a slope.

    Types of Metamorphism

    • Contact metamorphism occurs when rocks are heated by contact with magma or lava.
    • Regional metamorphism occurs over large areas due to tectonic forces.
    • Dynamic metamorphism occurs along fault zones.

    The Moho (Mohorovicic Discontinuity)

    • The Moho is the boundary between the Earth's crust and mantle.

    The Principle of Inclusions

    • The principle of inclusions states that inclusions are older than the surrounding rock.

    Exogenous Processes

    • Exogenous processes are those that occur on the surface of the Earth, such as weathering and erosion.

    Compressional Stress

    • Compressional stress occurs when rocks are pushed together.

    The Function of the Ozone Layer

    • The ozone layer protects the Earth from harmful UV radiation.

    Sedimentary Rocks

    • Sedimentary rocks are formed from sediments that are deposited, compacted, and cemented together.

    Erosion

    • Erosion is the process of transporting sediments from one location to another.

    Intrusive Igneous Rocks

    • Intrusive igneous rocks cool slowly beneath the Earth’s surface, allowing larger crystals to form.

    Hydrolysis in Chemical Weathering

    • Hydrolysis is the decomposition of minerals in water.

    Index Fossils and Dating

    • Index fossils are used for relative dating, which helps to determine the age of rock layers based on the fossils they contain.

    Unconformities

    • An unconformity is a gap in the geological record that represents a period of time when no sediments were deposited or when existing sediments were eroded.

    Earth's Age

    • The Earth's age is approximately 4.56 billion years.

    The Thermosphere

    • The thermosphere is not the coldest layer of the atmosphere. The coldest layer is the mesosphere.

    Erosion and Rock Breakdown

    • Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces.

    Nebular Hypothesis

    • The nebular hypothesis states that the solar system formed from a rotating disk of gas and dust.

    P and S Waves

    • S waves are slower than P waves.

    Sedimentary Rocks and Fossils

    • Sedimentary rocks can contain fossils.

    The Gaia Hypothesis

    • The Gaia hypothesis suggests that the biosphere is a self-regulating system, meaning that living organisms interact with their environment to maintain conditions suitable for life.

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    Explore fundamental concepts in astronomy, including the Big Bang Theory, the age of the universe, and the outer planets. Dive into Earth sciences with topics on the ozone layer and seismic waves. Test your knowledge of the universe and Earth's protective mechanisms.

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