Earth's Atmosphere and Water Cycle Quiz

What is the primary composition of the Earth's atmosphere?

• Oxygen and carbon dioxide

• Nitrogen and oxygen

• Argon and water vapor

• Hydrogen and helium

Fill in the blank: The layer of the atmosphere where weather occurs is called the _______.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Which layer of the atmosphere contains the ozone layer?

• Troposphere

• Stratosphere

• Mesosphere

• Exosphere

Which layer of the atmosphere contains the ozone layer?

• Troposphere

• Stratosphere

• Mesosphere

• Exosphere

Explain the difference between weather and climate.

• The main difference between weather and climate is the time scale and scope of observation.

• The main difference between weather and climate is the accuracy of the predictions.

• The main difference between weather and climate is the type of data collected.

• 
  The main difference between weather and climate is the location of observation.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

What is the process called when water vapor turns into clouds?

• Evaporation

• Precipitation

• Condensation

• Collection

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Match the following processes with their descriptions: 1. Evaporation 2. Precipitation 3. Collection

• Water from oceans, rivers, and lakes turns into vapor.

• Water returns to the Earth's surface as rain, snow, or hail.

• Water gathers in bodies like rivers, lakes, and oceans.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Which of the following is NOT a part of the water cycle?

• Evaporation

• Photosynthesis

• Condensation

• Precipitation

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Fill in the blank: The long-term average of weather patterns in a particular region is known as _______.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

What percentage of the Earth's atmosphere is composed of oxygen?

• 21%

• 78%

• 1%

• 50%