Earth Science Test (Part 1)

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What are the main spheres involved in the water cycle?

Back

The main spheres involved in the water cycle are the hydrosphere, atmosphere, geosphere, and biosphere.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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Why does the Sun appear so big and bright to us?

Back

The Sun appears big and bright because it is much closer to Earth compared to other stars.

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What are forces that destroy or tear down part of the geosphere called?

Back

Destructive Forces.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

Front

What type of force creates sand dunes when wind picks up sand and then slows down?

Back

Constructive Force.

Front

What is the process of moving weathered rock or sediment called?

Back

Erosion.

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What is the hydrosphere?

Back

The hydrosphere is the combined mass of water found on, under, and above the surface of a planet.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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What is the atmosphere?

Back

The atmosphere is the layer of gases surrounding a planet.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks and minerals into smaller pieces.

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What is the geosphere?

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The geosphere is the solid part of the Earth, including rocks, soil, and landforms.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

NGSS.MS-ESS2-3

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What is the biosphere?

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The biosphere is the global sum of all ecosystems, where life exists.