Geosphere Quiz

What is one important job of geologists?

• Studying stars

• Finding minerals in rocks

• Observing weather patterns

• Analyzing water currents

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What is the purpose of using minerals from the geosphere?

• To create new plants

• To build homes, satellites, and computers

• To study marine life

• To predict earthquakes

How does the geosphere interact with other components of the Earth system?

• The geosphere can shape the hydrosphere

• The hydrosphere and atmosphere can shape the geosphere over time

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What process happens when water in gas form turns into liquid?

• Evaporation

• Condensation

• Precipitation

• Sublimation

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What causes clouds to form over mountain ranges?

• Rising warm air

• Falling cold air

• Evaporation

• Condensation

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What is the phenomenon called when the windward side of a mountain receives more rain than the leeward side?

• Rain shadow effect

• Wind effect

• Cloud effect

• Sun effect

Which side of the mountain is usually greener due to more rainfall?

• Windward side

• Leeward side

• North side

• South side

On which side of the mountain does a rain shadow form?

• Windward side

• Northern side

• Leeward side

• Southern side

What factor defines the types of ecosystems and habitats in the biosphere?

• Altitude

• Climate

• Soil type

• Human activity

What is the effect of abundant rain on the windward side of mountains?

• It causes droughts

• It leads to the growth of vegetation

• It creates deserts

• It reduces plant growth

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