An Object Moves in a Straight Line Unless Acted on by an Outside

question 16

True/False

An object moves in a straight line unless acted on by an outside force.

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Definitions:

Granite

A coarse-grained igneous rock composed mainly of quartz, feldspar, and mica, usually found in the continental crust.

Mesa

A flat-topped, steep-sided landform that rises sharply above the surrounding landscape, typical in arid and semi-arid regions.

Mantle Upwelling

The process where hotter and more buoyant material rises towards the Earth's surface from the mantle, often affecting tectonic activity.

Continental Rift

A continental rift is a linear zone where the Earth's crust and lithosphere are being pulled apart, often leading to the formation of a new ocean basin.