Earth and Environmental Science Multiple Choice Quiz

Michael is studying different Earth systems for his science project. He wants to know which Earth system includes all living organisms. Can you help him?

• Geosphere

• Hydrosphere

• Atmosphere

• Biosphere

Anika and Harper are discussing why different parts of the world experience different seasons. What is the primary cause of seasons on Earth?

• Earth's distance from the Sun

• The tilt of Earth's axis

• The Moon's gravitational pull

• Solar flares

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

Aria and Ava are studying the formation of rocks in their geology class. They learned about different processes that contribute to rock formation. Which process is most responsible for the formation of sedimentary rock?

• Melting

• Weathering and erosion

• Volcanic activity

• Metamorphism

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James is on a field trip to a volcanic site. He observes the cooling lava and wonders what type of rock it will form. Which type of rock forms from cooled magma or lava?

• Sedimentary

• Metamorphic

• Igneous

• Fossiliferous

What drives the water cycle on Earth?

• Gravity

• Solar energy

• Plate tectonics

• Wind

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Olivia is studying the Earth's atmosphere for her science project. She wants to know, what layer of the atmosphere contains the ozone layer?

• Troposphere

• Stratosphere

• Mesosphere

• Thermosphere

Elijah is studying ancient artifacts and wants to determine their age. Which fossil dating method should he use that involves radioactive isotopes?

• Relative dating

• Carbon dating

• Stratigraphy

• Fossil correlation

Liam is organizing a community event focused on environmental awareness. Which activity is most likely to increase carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere?

• Planting trees

• Burning fossil fuels

• Recycling

• Composting

Which gas is most abundant in Earth's atmosphere?

• Oxygen

• Nitrogen

• Carbon dioxide

• Argon

Which renewable energy source uses the heat from Earth's interior?

• Solar

• Wind

• Hydroelectric

• Geothermal