Science Midterm Quiz: Earth's Resources

Which of the following is a renewable resource?

• Coal

• Water

• Oil

What is the primary use of water in agriculture?

• To generate electricity

• For irrigation to help grow crops

• For manufacturing

What is a threat to global water supplies?

• Overuse and pollution

• Deforestation

• Overproduction of crops

What gas is most abundant in Earth's atmosphere?

• Oxygen

• Nitrogen

• Carbon Dioxide

Which of the following is a non-renewable resource?

• Air

• Soil

• Fossil Fuels

What is the main threat to soil?

• Pollution

• Deforestation and soil erosion

• Solar radiation

What is one of the main uses of fossil fuels?

• Electricity generation

• Photosynthesis

• Wind energy production

What is the Amazon Rainforest often referred to as?

• The lungs of the planet

• The heart of Earth

• The land of the sun

Which of the following minerals is used in the production of electrical wiring?

• Iron

• Copper

• Gold

What renewable resource is used to generate solar power?

• Wind

• Sunlight

• Water