Earth Science Quiz: Processes and Changes

What is the main cause of the Earth's seasons?

• The distance of Earth from the Sun

• The tilt of Earth's axis

• The speed of Earth's rotation

• The shape of Earth's orbit

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How long does it take for the Earth to complete one full rotation on its axis?

• 24 hours

• 365 days

• 30 days

• 12 hours

Which process is primarily responsible for the formation of sedimentary rocks?

• Melting

• Rotation

• Compaction and cementation

• Metamorphism

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What is the main component of fossil fuels?

• Minerals

• Organic matter

• Water

• Metals

Which of the following is an example of a landform created by erosion?

• Mountain

• Valley

• Plateau

• Volcano

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What is the process by which rocks are broken down into smaller pieces?

• Erosion

• Weathering

• Deposition

• Compaction

Which of the following processes involves the movement of sediment from one place to another?

• Weathering

• Erosion

• Compaction

• Cementation

What is the term for the laying down of sediment in a new location?

• Erosion

• Weathering

• Deposition

• Compaction

About how long does it take for the Earth to complete one full revolution around the Sun?

• 24 hours

• 30 days

• 365 days

• 12 months

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Which of the following is a result of the Earth's rotation?

• Seasons

• Day and night

• Tides

• Eclipses

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