What distinguishes internal forces from external forces on Earth?
Internal forces originate inside the Earth, external forces act on its surface.
Internal forces Earth
Tectonics, earthquakes, volcanic activity
What is the difference between weathering and erosion?
Weathering breaks down rocks; erosion removes and transports weathered material.
External forces Earth
Weathering, erosion
What are oceans?
Large bodies of salt water covering most of Earth's surface.
Weathering
Breaking down rocks
How do oceans regulate Earth's temperature?
By absorbing, storing, and distributing heat.
Erosion agents
Rivers, wind, glaciers, waves
Oceans
Salt water bodies covering Earth
Ocean role in climate
Transport heat, influence weather
Weather
Short-term atmospheric conditions
Climate
Long-term weather patterns
Test your knowledge with 11 questions on Earth, Society and Economics.
1. Which statement correctly distinguishes internal forces from external forces in shaping Earth’s surface?
2. What are the external forces that act on the Earth's surface to shape landforms?
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