Reflection Connection Week 27

What is the primary cause of earthquakes?

• Volcanic eruptions

• Movement of tectonic plates

• Heavy rainfall

• Solar flares

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Which technology is commonly used to track hurricanes?

• Seismograph

• Doppler radar

• Barometer

• Anemometer

How do tsunamis typically form?

• Underwater volcanic eruptions

• Earthquakes beneath the ocean floor

• Strong winds over the ocean

• Heavy rainfall

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

What is the main mechanism that causes a volcano to erupt?

• Cooling of magma

• Pressure build-up from gases

• Earthquake activity

• Ocean currents

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

Which method is used to predict tsunamis?

• Satellite imagery

• Tsunami buoys

• Weather balloons

• Ground-penetrating radar

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

What is a common impact of flooding?

• Increased air pollution

• Soil erosion

• Decreased humidity

• Formation of sand dunes

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

Which of the following is a technique used to prevent wildfires?

• Controlled burns

• Planting more trees

• Building dams

• Using pesticides

What is the Richter scale used to measure?

• Wind speed

• Earthquake magnitude

• Rainfall intensity

• Volcanic activity

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

Which of the following is a key factor in the formation of hurricanes?

• Cold ocean water

• Warm ocean water

• High altitude winds

• Low humidity

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

What is the primary cause of tsunamis?

• Tidal waves

• Underwater earthquakes

• Strong winds

• Heavy rainfall

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2