Quick Check on Earth Science

Which of the following spheres of Earth contains all the water, including oceans, lakes, rivers, and glaciers?

• Lithosphere

• Hydrosphere

• Atmosphere

• Biosphere

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What is the process called when water vapor cools and changes back into liquid droplets?

• Evaporation

• Condensation

• Precipitation

• Transpiration

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Which of the following is a greenhouse gas?

• Oxygen

• Nitrogen

• Carbon Dioxide

• Argon

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What is the primary source of energy for the Earth's climate system?

• Geothermal energy

• The Sun

• Wind energy

• Tidal energy

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Which cycle involves the processes of weathering, erosion, and sedimentation?

• Water Cycle

• Carbon Cycle

• Rock Cycle

• Nitrogen Cycle

What does a topographic map primarily show?

• Political boundaries

• Elevation and landforms

• Climate zones

• Population density

Which part of the electromagnetic spectrum is visible to the human eye?

• Ultraviolet

• Infrared

• Visible light

• X-rays

What is the main difference between weather and climate?

• Weather is long-term; climate is short-term

• Weather is short-term; climate is long-term

• Weather is predictable; climate is unpredictable

• Weather is constant; climate changes daily

Which of the following factors does NOT influence weather?

• Temperature

• Humidity

• Ocean currents

• Soil type

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Which of the following is a natural factor that can cause climate change?

• Deforestation

• Volcanic eruptions

• Industrial emissions

• Urbanization

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