Question

match each term with its definition by writing the letter of the correct definition on the line beside the term in the left column.

1. basalt
2. constructive force
3. continent
4. destructive force
5. geology
6. granite
7. pressure
8. rock
9. seismic wave

a. the material that forms earth’s hard surface
b. the force pushing on a surface or area
c. a force that slowly wears away features of earth’s surface
d. the study of planet earth
e. a rock that makes up the core of the continents
f. one of earth’s great landmasses
g. a wave produced by an earthquake
h. a force that builds up features of earth’s surface
i. a rock that makes up much of the ocean floor

Explanation:

7. basalt

Basalt is an igneous rock commonly found on the ocean floor. Option i says "a rock that makes up much of the ocean floor", which matches basalt's characteristic.

Constructive forces in geology build up Earth's surface features (like mountain building). Option h defines it as "a force that builds up features of Earth's surface", so it's a match.

A continent is a large landmass on Earth. Option f states "one of Earth’s great landmasses", which fits the definition of a continent.

Answer:

i. a rock that makes up much of the ocean floor

8. constructive force