Tools of Environmental Science

Which tool is commonly used to measure the acidity or alkalinity of a solution in environmental science?

• Thermometer

• pH meter

• Barometer

• Anemometer

What is the primary purpose of using a spectrophotometer in environmental science?

• To measure temperature

• To analyze light absorption

• To detect sound waves

• To measure wind speed

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NGSS.MS-PS4-2

Which tool is essential for collecting soil samples in environmental studies?

• Soil auger

• Rain gauge

• Thermocouple

• Anemometer

What is the function of a gas chromatograph in environmental science?

• To separate and analyze compounds

• To measure humidity

• To detect magnetic fields

• To measure soil pH

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NGSS.HS-PS1-2

Which instrument is used to measure the concentration of particulate matter in the air?

• Anemometer

• Spectrophotometer

• Air quality monitor

• Thermometer

What is the role of a Geographic Information System (GIS) in environmental science?

• To analyze spatial data

• To measure air pressure

• To detect sound waves

• To measure temperature

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

Which tool is used to measure the flow rate of a river or stream?

• Barometer

• Flow meter

• Thermometer

• Spectrometer

What is the purpose of using a calorimeter in environmental science?

• To measure heat changes

• To detect sound waves

• To measure wind speed

• To analyze light absorption

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NGSS.HS-PS3-4

Which tool is used to measure the amount of rainfall in a specific area?

• Thermometer

• Rain gauge

• Barometer

• Anemometer

What is the primary use of a mass spectrometer in environmental science?

• To measure mass

• To analyze chemical composition

• To detect sound waves

• To measure temperature