Earth Science Quiz

Where is water commonly used in modern properties?

• Only in gardens

• In hot and cold water supplies and heating systems

• Exclusively in swimming pools

• Only in kitchens

Which of the following is NOT a state of water?

• Solid

• Liquid

• Gas

• Plasma

What is the process of water changing from gas to liquid called?

• Freezing

• Melting

• Evaporation

• Condensation

What is the boiling point of water in Kelvin?

• 373K

• 273K

• 100K

• 473K

What is the state of water at its boiling point?

• Steam

• Ice

• Liquid

• Solid

What is the physical state of water at 100°C?

• Steam

• Ice

• Liquid

• Solid

In which state of water are molecules able to move around?

• Solid

• Liquid

• Gas

• Plasma

What is the movement called when colder parts move downwards and warmer parts move upwards in a liquid or gas?

• Conduction

• Radiation

• Convection

• Diffusion

In gravity circulation, what happens to the hot, less dense water?

• It sinks to the bottom

• It evaporates

• It rises to the top

• It remains stationary

Which property of water can affect the taste and quality of beverages?

• Hard

• Solubility

• Wholesome

• Acidic