Earth Science 1

Pumice is a rock that is formed when magma explodes out of a volcano. What kind of rock is pumice?

• igneous

• metamorphic

• fossil

• sedimentary

Wind carrying sand hits a giant rock for millions of years. What is this process called?

• erosion

• weathering

• deposition

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

Which statement is true?

• rocks last forever

• some rocks are younger than other rocks

• all hard rocks have a higher luster

• most rocks are non-crystalline

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

Which natural ecosystem is not found in Florida?

• river

• seashore

• desert

• forest

Which of the following are renewable energy sources?

• wind

• coal

• solar

Ocean waves are carrying sand out to sea. What is this process called?

• erosion

• weathering

• deposition

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

Deep in the Earth, rocks are slowly changed due to heat and pressure. When this occurs, a(n) ____________ rock forms.

• igneous

• sedimentary

• fossil

• metamorphic

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

The Everglades

• provides an important habitat for numerous species

• is a tropical wetland in the southern half of Florida

• is an unique and fragile ecosystem

• all are correct