Test Thursday: Distribution of Resources Final Review

True or False: Geothermal energy is nonrenewable.

• True

• False

A mineral is classified as an ore as long as ____.

• It is rare and valuable

• it can be used as jewelry

• it is profitable and useful

• it is solid and natural

As the rain and water-filled cracks and other factors begin to break down the rock shown in the picture, it will begin to form soil. What is this rock called?

• source rock

• parent material

• core material

• organic

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Which of the following is a nonrenewable energy resource?

• solar energy

• wind energy

• fossil fuel

• tidal power

Which is an example of a mineral being used in everyday life?

• coal is used for heating

• Mica is used in the manufacturing of cosmetics.

• Lumber is used to build shelters

• all of the above

Which of the following is a source of renewable energy?

• solar power

• fossil fuels

• nuclear fission

• oil

_________are deposits of minerals that are large enough to be mined for a profit.

• Run-offs

• Metals

• Ores

• none of the above

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The organic matter in soil is made of _________.

• dead worms

• stems

• roots

• all of the above

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_____ is a factor that affects soil development.

• Time

• Slope

• Type of rock

• All of the above

A(n) _____is a layer of permeable rock that lets water move freely.

• cave

• water table

• aquifer

• spring