Earth Science Introduction

Front

What is currently the most widely accepted theory about our Universe?

Back

Big Bang Theory

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NGSS.HS-ESS1-2

Front

Which planet in our Solar System has the highest surface temperature average?

Back

Venus

Front

Which subsystem of the Earth are corals a part of? Options: atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere, biosphere

Back

biosphere

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NGSS.MS-LS2-3

Front

Which mineral is the hardest known to us?

Back

diamond

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NGSS.MS-PS1-1

Front

What property of a mineral is tested when you scratch it with your fingernail?

Back

hardness

Front

Limestone turns to marble under pressure over time. What type of rock is marble?

Back

Metamorphic

Front

What type of igneous rock cools outside of a volcano and has fewer minerals?

Back

extrusive

Front

Which of the following is a non-renewable energy resource? hydroelectric, geothermal, nuclear, solar

Back

nuclear

Front

What is the process of determining the exact age of a rock sample?

Back

absolute dating

Front

In which era of the Earth's History did dinosaurs roam its surface?

Back

Mesozoic

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

NGSS.MS-LS4-1