Science Quiz Bee - Grade 9

Which of the following is an active volcano in the Philippines?

• Smith

• Urong

• Pulong

• Taal

What type of volcanic eruption is characterized by fountain lava?

• Phreatic

• Phreatomagmatic

• Strombolian

• Vulcanian

It is a volcanic cone that has a nearly perfect slope structure formed a alternate solidification of both lava and pyroclastics deposits.

• Shield

• Cinder

• Composite

• Parasitic cone

What happens to the temperature of the air when altitude increases?

• Varies

• Increases

• Decreases

• Remains the same

Which does not contribute to global warming?

• Reforestation

• Illegal fishing

• Mining activities

• Incineration of garbage

Which of the following ocean current carries a cold water?

• Kamchatcka

• Brazilian Current

• Kuroshio

• North Equatorial Current

What phenomenon happens when the temperature in eastern Pacific rises above normal?

• Eutrophication

• El Niño

• La Niña

• Coriolis Effect

Which is the best practice to reduce climate change?

• Livestock Raising

• Burning fossil fuels

• Organic farming

What is the color of the hottest star?

• Yellow

• Blue

• Red

• White

Stars can be found in large groups throughout the universe. What are these groups called?

• Comets

• Asteroids

• Constellations

• Solar system