Rock Layers and Definitions Quiz

Reorder the rock layers from OLDEST to YOUNGEST. (C & G not used)

• D

• H

• A

• F

• I

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

Which of the following terms refers to the process of breaking down rocks and minerals on Earth's surface?

• Weathering

• Erosion

• Deposition

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

Which of the following is NOT a type of magma? (1pt)

• Rhyolitic

• Andesitic

• Basaltic

• Fumarole

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

If there is more silica in magma what will happen to the magma’s flow/viscosity? (1pt)

• The viscosity will increase.

• The viscosity will decrease.

• The magma will become more fluid.

• The magma will cool down faster.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

What are the two factors that control a volcano’s eruptive force? (Circle 2 - 2pts)

• Water content

• Silica

• Temperature

• Volume of magma

Which statement is the most accurate about the difference between rocks and minerals?

• Rocks are made of minerals.

• Minerals are made of rocks.

• Rocks and minerals are the same.

• Rocks are living organisms.

What is the difference between intrusive and extrusive igneous rocks?

• Intrusive rocks form below the Earth's surface, while extrusive rocks form on the surface.

• Intrusive rocks are fine-grained, while extrusive rocks are coarse-grained.

• Intrusive rocks are formed from lava, while extrusive rocks are formed from magma.

• Intrusive rocks cool quickly, while extrusive rocks cool slowly.

Which of the following DOES NOT support the idea of continental drift?

• Fossils of an animal being found on only one continent

• The puzzle-like fit of the continents

• Warm weather plant fossils being found in cold weather areas

• Fossils of an animal being found on multiple continents across oceans

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

NGSS.MS-ESS2-3

Which of the following are types of plate boundaries? Select all that apply

• Convergent

• Divergent

• Transform

• Static

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

NGSS.MS-ESS2-3

All seismic waves travel at different speeds. Which answer is in order from FASTEST TO SLOWEST?

• P-waves

• S-Waves

• Surface Waves