Earth Science SOL Unit 1.4 - Tools and Measurements
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9th - 12th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
5 mins • 1 pt
Which tool is used to determine the direction from which the wind is blowing?
Anemometer
Barometer
Wind Vane
Thermometer
Answer explanation
A wind vane is specifically designed to indicate the direction from which the wind is blowing, making it the correct choice. An anemometer measures wind speed, while a barometer measures atmospheric pressure, and a thermometer measures temperature.
2.
MATCH QUESTION
5 mins • 4 pts
Match the following tools with their functions:
Used for navigation and determining location
Seismometer
Used for spatial data analysis
GPS
Used for geographical representation
Map
Used for earthquake detection
GIS
Answer explanation
Refer to notes.
3.
DROPDOWN QUESTION
5 mins • 1 pt
The tool used to detect and record earthquake waves is (a) .
GPS
Seismometer
Geochronometer
Bevameter
Answer explanation
The correct tool to detect and record earthquake waves is a seismometer. It measures the motion of the ground caused by seismic waves, making it essential for studying earthquakes.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
5 mins • 1 pt
What is the function of Geographic Information Systems (GIS)?
Measure mechanical properties of soil
Store and analyze geographical data
Determine latitude and longitude
Measure atmospheric pressure
Answer explanation
The primary function of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is to store and analyze geographical data, enabling users to visualize and interpret spatial information effectively.
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NGSS.MS-ESS3-1
NGSS.MS-ESS3-2
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
5 mins • 1 pt
Which instrument is used to determine the age of rocks?
Seismometer
Geochronometer
GPS
Hygrometer
Answer explanation
A geochronometer is specifically designed to determine the age of rocks through methods like radiometric dating, making it the correct choice. The other instruments listed serve different purposes.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
5 mins • 1 pt
What does a bevameter measure?
Air temperature
Mechanical properties of soil
Water vapor content
Earthquake waves
Answer explanation
A bevameter is specifically designed to measure the mechanical properties of soil, such as its strength and stiffness, making it the correct choice among the options provided.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
5 mins • 1 pt
How does a GPS provide precise location data?
By measuring wind speed
By using satellites
By recording earthquake waves
By analyzing soil properties
Answer explanation
A GPS provides precise location data by using satellites that transmit signals to GPS receivers. By calculating the time it takes for these signals to arrive, the receiver can determine its exact position on Earth.
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