ES Midterm Exam

Front

Which of the following is NOT one of the components of Earth's systems? Atmosphere, Geosphere, Hydrosphere, Thermosphere

Back

Thermosphere

Front

Which of these is a source of energy that affects Earth's processes? Moon's gravity, Earth's magnetic field, Solar radiation, Earth's rotation

Back

Solar radiation

Front

Which landform is formed by the movement of tectonic plates?

Back

Mountain

Front

Which forces primarily shape Earth’s landforms?

Back

Plate tectonics and volcanic activity

Front

What is one way to model landforms?

Back

Surveying

Front

Where is water found on Earth?

Back

In oceans, lakes, rivers, glaciers, and the atmosphere

Front

Which of the following processes is part of the water cycle? Melting, Evaporation, Magnetism, Fossilization

Back

Evaporation

Front

Which landform is created by the deposition of sediment at the mouth of a river?

Back

Delta

Front

What is the term for the process in which water moves from Earth's surface to the atmosphere?

Back

Evaporation

Front

Which of the following is NOT part of the Earth's hydrosphere? Oceans, Rivers, Glaciers, Crust

Back

Crust