Sonar Technology, Satellites, and GIS Quiz

What does sonar use to find objects underwater?

• Light waves

• Sound waves

• Radio waves

• Heat waves

How does active sonar work?

• By sending out light

• By sending out sound and listening for echoes

• By using radar only

• By measuring temperature

What can sonar help us create?

• Weather forecasts

• Detailed maps of the ocean floor

• Satellite images

• Colorful charts

Why is sonar important for understanding floods and droughts?

• It can predict weather patterns

• It measures how deep the water is and watches for changes

• It helps identify fish species

• It creates art

What do satellites do?

• Take pictures of Earth from space

• Fly around the moon

• Create weather balloons

• Monitor animal movements

What can satellites help scientists find?

• New planets

• Changes in water color and temperature

• Lost cities

• Stars in the sky

How do scientists use satellite images?

• To see how mountains grow

• To watch how lakes and rivers change over time

• To track animal migrations

• To map out cities

How do satellites help predict floods and droughts?

• By looking at cloud shapes

• By analyzing rainfall patterns and water surface changes

• By sending out sound waves

• By measuring wind speed

What is a Geographic Information System (GIS)?

• A type of satellite

• A computer system for managing geographic data

• A tool for measuring temperature

• A kind of sonar device

What does GIS help us understand?

• Animal behavior

• Weather patterns

• Water resources

• Rock formations