Unit 7 Quizizz #3

In what ways can minerals form? Choose the three that apply.

• From gases that condense into solids

• From dripping water

• From cooled magma

• From elements in solutions that crystallize

• From organic materials

What is the difference between renewable and nonrenewable energy?

• The cost of production

• The color of the energy source

• The time it takes to form

• The country of origin

Gold, quartz, and talc are minerals. Copper and iron are types of ore. What is the difference between minerals and ores?

• A mineral is a non-living, solid substance that can be extracted from the ground. Ore is a type of mineral made up of metals.

• An ore is non-living and solid with little value unless it occurs in large amounts, in which case it is a mineral.

• A mineral is a valuable form of ore that can be extracted from the ground.

• A mineral is a non-living, solid substance made of elements. Ore is a large deposit of one or more valuable minerals in the ground.

Some minerals are evenly distributed around the planet, while other minerals are quite rare. Why are some minerals so rare and unevenly distributed?

• Certain minerals form only under high heat and pressure that develop near specific areas, like near volcanoes.

• Certain minerals form only in Earth's crust, so they are difficult to locate.

• Certain minerals form only in specific climates, and not all climates are the same around the world.

• Certain minerals form only in the extreme heat found at the bottom of lakes and rivers.

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Why is there an unequal distribution of water around the world?

• Some regions require and use more water than others.

• The water supply is a result of meteorological and geologic forces.

• Much of the water is trapped in the atmosphere as part of the water cycle.

• Pollution affects the water supply in certain areas and not in others.

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Geothermal energy is inexpensive and renewable. Why isn't it used more often?

• Lack of technology

• High environmental impact

• Limited availability--not everyone lives where there are tectonic plate boundaries, volcanic areas, or hot springs.

• Expensive extraction

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Niagara Falls has one of the largest __ power plants.

• Fossil fuel

• Nuclear

• Geothermal

• Hydroelectric

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What is the most plentiful fossil fuel in the United States?

• Wind

• Natural gas

• Coal

• Uranium

In "passive solar heating", sunlight passes through _____ to trap heat.

• water

• bricks

• glass

• walls

"Active solar power", requires _____ to convert the sun's energy into electricity.

• water

• glass windows

• solar cells

• walls

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