Variables
Name
Date
Period
Please Circle the Manipulated Variable & Underline the Responding Variable in each
Question/Problem.
1) What is the effect of frictional resistance along a fault line on the amount of energy
released during an earthquake? Please view page 179 and list 3 control variables.
2) Does the viscosity of lava affect volcanic formations? Please view page225 and list 3
control variables.
3) What is the effect of different temperature magma on land formations? Please view
page 211 and list 3 control variables.
4) How does loose versus packed soil affect the way model buildings respond to shaking?
5) How does the eruption of ash affect the temperature of the earth’s surface?
6) What is the effect of air temperature on cloud formations?