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Rescue workers in northeastern Japan
Earth’s Physical Systems:
Matter, Energy, and Geology
Upon completing this chapter, you will be able to:
Explain the fundamentals of matter and chemistry and apply Explain how plate tectonics and the rock cycle shape the
them to real-world situations landscape around us and the earth beneath our feet
Differentiate among forms of energy and explain the basics List major types of geologic hazards and describe ways to
of energy flow mitigate their impacts
Distinguish photosynthesis, cellular respiration, and
chemosynthesis and summarize their importance to living
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