Forces and Earth Processes Quiz

A magnet is able to move a paperclip without touching it. What is the name of this type of force?

• Friction

• Magnetic

• Gravitational

• Electrical

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When two sticks are rubbed together, it can produce a fire. What type of force is this best demonstrating?

• Magnetic

• Gravitational

• Friction

• Electrical

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Jane thinks the bowling ball requires the most force to move. Why would it require the most force?

• It is the lightest object.

• It is the heaviest object.

• It is the smallest object.

• It is the smoothest object.

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Why might they put wax on the wooden lanes in a bowling alley?

• To increase friction

• To decrease friction

• To make the lanes look shiny

• To make the lanes rough

Why does applying brakes on a bicycle cause it to slow down?

• It increases speed.

• It decreases friction.

• It increases friction.

• It makes the bicycle lighter.

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Which material will erode the most during a forceful wind?

• Sand

• Rock

• Metal

• Wood

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What is sediment?

• A type of plant

• Small pieces of rock and soil

• A type of animal

• A type of weather

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The movement of sediment by wind, water, and ice is called ______?

• Erosion

• Deposition

• Weathering

• Melting

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The breaking down of rock into sediment by gravity, water, wind, and ice is called _____?

• Erosion

• Deposition

• Weathering

• Melting

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The dropping of sediments in a new location by gravity, water, wind, and ice is called ______?

• Erosion

• Deposition

• Weathering

• Melting