Earth Systems Interactions

Earth Systems Interactions

5th Grade

15 Qs

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Earth Systems Interactions

Earth Systems Interactions

Assessment

Quiz

Science

5th Grade

Medium

NGSS
MS-ESS2-4, MS-ESS2-6, MS-ESS2-5

+6

Standards-aligned

Created by

Lisa Thompson

Used 1+ times

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15 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 12 pts

Earth's surface and interior is the___________.

Biosphere

Atmosphere

Geosphere

Hydrosphere

Answer explanation

The correct answer is 'Geosphere' because it refers to the solid parts of Earth, including the surface and interior. The biosphere relates to life, the atmosphere to air, and the hydrosphere to water.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

NGSS.MS-ESS2-3

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 12 pts

Earth's relatively thin layer of gases is the __________.

Biosphere

Geosphere

Hydrosphere

Atmosphere

Answer explanation

Earth's relatively thin layer of gases is called the atmosphere. It surrounds the planet and is essential for life, providing the air we breathe and protecting us from harmful solar radiation.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 12 pts

How do the geosphere and the atmosphere interact?

Air contains water.

Volcanic ash can enter the atmosphere.

Living things need air to survive.

Answer explanation

Air contains water vapor, which is essential for weather patterns and supports life. This interaction between the geosphere and atmosphere is crucial for maintaining ecosystems and climate.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 12 pts

The atmosphere is...

all of earths water

the gaseous layer that envelopes the earth.

all the rock on earth

all living things

Answer explanation

The atmosphere refers to the gaseous layer surrounding the Earth, which is essential for life. The other options describe water, rock, and living things, which are not accurate definitions of the atmosphere.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Media Image

Toby drew a diagram of the water cycle. Which two Earth systems are interacting as the water evaporates from the ocean?

atmosphere and biosphere

geosphere and biosphere

biosphere and hydrosphere

hydrosphere and atmosphere

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Glaciers in the mountains start to melt when the air temperature increases. This is an example of which two Earth systems interacting?

atmosphere and biosphere

hydrosphere and biosphere

hydrosphere and geosphere

atmosphere and hydrosphere

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Media Image

The flow of water can cause soil erosion. This diagram shows soil erosion caused by rain. Which two Earth systems are interacting in this picture?

biosphere and geosphere

atmosphere and biosphere

geosphere and hydrosphere

hydrosphere and atmosphere

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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