Earth Systems Quiz

Which of the following is a characteristic of oceans and seas?

• Always contain salt water

• Contain fresh water

• Flow from higher to lower altitude

• Surrounded by land

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What type of water do most lakes contain?

• Salt water

• Fresh water

• Mineral water

• Carbonated water

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In which direction do rivers always flow?

• From east to west

• From north to south

• From lower to higher altitude

• From higher to lower altitude

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What is the main characteristic of groundwater?

• Contains salt water

• Flows in a definite path

• Always contains fresh water

• Lies beneath the Earth's surface

Why is water considered a renewable resource?

• It can be replaced in nature through the water cycle

• It is not essential for life

• It is constantly decreasing in percentage on Earth

• It is not affected by human activities

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How can plants be replanted?

• From leaves

• From cuttings

• From seeds

• From roots

Which system includes rocks, minerals, and landforms?

• Hydrosphere

• Biosphere

• Atmosphere

• Geosphere

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What is the hydrosphere system that includes?

• Rivers

• Glaciers

• Carbon dioxide gas

• Oxygen gas

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What is the interaction between hydrosphere and geosphere?

• Formation of lakes

• Erosion of rocks by water

• Absorption of nutrients by plants

• Breathing of humans and animals

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What is the interaction between atmosphere and biosphere?

• Formation of lakes

• Erosion of rocks by water

• Absorption of nutrients by plants

• During photosynthesis process, plants take in carbon dioxide gas from air and give out oxygen gas

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