Global Systems Test

Which of the following is NOT one of the four interacting and dynamic spheres of the Earth?

• Lithosphere

• Hydrosphere

• Atmosphere

• Asthenosphere

What type of resources are considered finite and cannot be replenished in a short amount of time?

• Renewable resources

• Non-renewable resources

• Biotic resources

• Abiotic resources

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

Which process is NOT a part of the carbon cycle?

• Photosynthesis

• Combustion

• Evaporation

• Respiration

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NGSS.MS-LS1-6

NGSS.MS-LS2-3

The greenhouse effect is caused by:

• Reflection of the sun’s energy by the Earth's surface

• Absorption and re-emission of infrared radiation by greenhouse gases

• Blocking of ultraviolet radiation by the ozone layer

• Deflection of solar winds by the magnetosphere

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-5

Traditional fire management regimes by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples help to:

• Increase greenhouse gas emissions

• Decrease greenhouse gas emissions

• Increase soil erosion

• Decrease biodiversity

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NGSS.MS-LS2-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-5

Ocean currents play a crucial role in:

• a. Generating wind patterns

• b. Regulating global climate

• c. Preventing volcanic eruptions

• d. Increasing atmospheric CO2 levels

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

The primary human activity that contributes to increased CO2 levels in the atmosphere is:

• Planting trees

• Burning fossil fuels

• Using solar energy

• Practicing organic farming

Which of the following gases is considered a major greenhouse gas?

• Nitrogen

• Oxygen

• Methane

• Argon

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-5

The water cycle involves all of the following processes EXCEPT:

• Transpiration

• Condensation

• Sublimation

• Photosynthesis

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

NGSS.MS-LS1-6

Which statement about the carbon cycle is FALSE?

• Carbon cycles through the atmosphere, biosphere, and lithosphere

• Photosynthesis removes carbon dioxide from the atmosphere

• Respiration adds carbon dioxide to the atmosphere

• Combustion destroys carbon

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NGSS.MS-LS1-6

NGSS.MS-LS2-3