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- 1. Multiple ChoiceHot molten rock that forms beneath Earth' surfacefelsicmagmarock cyclestratification
- 2. Multiple ChoiceThis type of weathering occurs when rock is physically broken down into smaller pieces of rock.mechanical weatheringchemical weatheringerosion weatheringdeposition
- 3. Multiple ChoiceThis type of weathering occurs when rocks weaken then break down due to chemical changes in the composition of the rock.mechanical weatheringchemical weatheringerosion weatheringdeposition
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These rocks were made smooth by wind blowing smaller rock particles across their surface. This is an example of:ice wedgingchemical weatheringacid rainabrasion - 5. Multiple ChoiceThese rocks were broken apart from the continuous freeze/thaw of water in the cracks of the rocks. This is an example of:ice wedgingacid rainpermeabilityabrasion
- 6. Multiple ChoiceThese gravestones have slowly broken down and turned a blackish color due to the action of:ice wedgingabrasionacid rainmechanical weathering
- 7. Multiple ChoiceHow is mechanical weathering different from chemical weathering?Chemical weathering happens over much shorter time frame than mechanical weathering.Chemical weathering changes the chemical composition of rocks; mechanical weathering does not.Chemical weathering occurs only in tropical climates; mechanical weathering occurs only in cool climates.Chemical weathering occurs only in the mountains; mechanical weathering occurs only on flat land.
- 8. Multiple ChoiceWeeds growing into the cracks in a sidewalk and the sidewalk begins to crumble is an example of:mechanical weatheringchemical weathering
- 9. Multiple ChoicePotholes forming in the road after a cold winter is an example of:mechanical weatheringchemical weathering
- 10. Multiple ChoiceA metal statue slowly turning green after years of being outside is an example of:mechanical weatheringchemical weathering
- 11. Multiple ChoiceThe formation of large cracks in the face of a mountain from ice wedging is an example of:mechanical weatheringchemical weathering
- 12. Multiple ChoiceThis layer of the Earth is the outermost (TOP) layer of the Earth.CrustMantleOuter CoreInner Core
- 13. Multiple ChoiceThis layer of the Earth is directly below the crust.CrustMantleOuter CoreInner Core
- 14. Multiple ChoiceThis layer of the Earth is the only liquid layer.CrustMantleOuter CoreInner Core
- 15. Multiple ChoiceWhich layer of Earth has the GREATEST density?crustmantleouter coreinner core
- 16. Multiple ChoiceWhat happens to temperature as we move from the crust to the inner core?DecreasesIncreasesRemains the same
- 17. Multiple ChoiceWhat is the correct order (starting from the surface) of Earth's layers?crust, outer core, inner core, mantlemantle, outer core, inner core, crustcrust, mantle, outer core, inner coreouter core, inner core, crust, mantle
- 18. Multiple ChoiceWhat is the core made of?nickelironaluminumiron and nickel
- 19. Multiple ChoiceWhat is the process of transporting sediments from location to another?DepositionErosionWeatheringCompaction
- 20. Multiple Choice_________ is the breaking down of rock into smaller pieces.glacierweatheringerosiondeposition
- 21. Multiple ChoiceEarth's hydrosphere is made from,RockLavaAirWater
- 22. Multiple ChoiceWhat is luster?The color of a mineral when it is ground into a powder.A measure of how easily a mineral can be scratched.The way a mineral shines, or reflects light.The way a mineral breaks
- 23. Multiple ChoiceWhat is a mineral?A nonliving solid material that has a definite chemical make up and is found in Earth's outermost layer.A measure of how easily a mineral can be scratched.The way a mineral shines, or reflects light.
- 24. Multiple ChoiceWhat is a streak?The tendency on a mineral to split easily along flat surfaces.A measure of how easily a mineral can be scratched.The color of a mineral when it is ground into a powder.The way a mineral breaks
- 25. Multiple ChoiceAnother way to test hardness is...Mineral scaleMoh's scaleStreak scale
- 26. Multiple ChoiceWhat is an igneous rock?Rock that forms when melted, or molten rock from deep below Earth's surface cools and hardens.A solid material made up of one or more minerals.Rock that forms when existing rocks are changed by heat, pressure, or chemicals beneath the Earth's surface.Rocks that from from deposition and cementation
- 27. Multiple ChoiceWhat is metamorphic rock?Rock that forms when melted, or molten rock from deep below Earth's surface cools and hardens.A solid material made up of one or more minerals.Rock that forms when existing rocks are changed by heat, pressure, or chemicals beneath the Earth's surface.Rocks that from from deposition and cementation
- 28. Multiple ChoiceWhat is a rock?Rock that forms when melted, or molten rock from deep below Earth's surface cools and hardens.A solid material made up of one or more minerals.Rock that forms when existing rocks are changed by heat, pressure, or chemicals beneath the Earth's surface.Rocks that from from deposition and cementation
- 29. Multiple ChoiceThis rock was molten lava that cooled quickly as it came out of a volcano. What type of rock is this?SedimentaryExtrusive IgneousMetamorphicIntrusive Igneous
- 30. Multiple ChoiceThis is needed in order for a metamorphic rock to form.PressureHeatHeat and PressureWeathering
- 31. Multiple ChoiceWhat are igneous rocks that form as magma cools underground called?extrusive rocksintrusive rocks
- 32. Multiple ChoiceThis rock cooled on the outside of a volcano and contained air bubbles when it was forming. What type of rock is this?SedimentaryExtrusive IgneousMetamorphicIntrusive Igneous
- 33. Multiple ChoiceA slow cooling igneous rock will have _____ crystalslargesmallaverageblack
- 34. Multiple ChoiceWhat is hardness?The tendency of a mineral to split easily along flat surfaces.A mineral's resistance to being scratched.The way a mineral shines, or reflects light.The true color of a mineral
- 35. Multiple ChoiceThe process by which water, ice, wind or gravity moves weathered rock and soil from one place to another.weatheringerosiondepositiondumptruck
- 36. Multiple ChoiceIn which type of climate will the greatest amount of chemical weathering occur?Cold and dryWarm and dryCold and moistWarm and moist
- 37. Multiple ChoiceIn which type of climate will the greatest amount of physical/mechanical weathering occur?Cold and dryWarm and dryCold and moistWarm and moist
- 38. Multiple ChoiceWhat happens to the surface area and chemical composition when a rock is crushed into fragments?The total surface area decreases and the chemical composition changes.The total surface area decreases and the chemical composition stays the same.The total surface area increases and the chemical composition changes.The total surface area increases and the chemical composition stays the same.
- 39. Multiple ChoiceDissolving of sugar is aphysical changechemical change
- 40. Multiple ChoiceSedimentary rocks are the only rocks that will have,crystalsbandingfossilssmooth surfaces
- 41. Multiple ChoiceWhich substance has the greatest effect on the rate of weathering of rock?NitrogenHydrogenWaterArgon
- 42. Multiple ChoiceThe layered mixture of gases surrounding Earth is called theatmospherelithospherehydrospherehemisphere
- 43. Multiple ChoiceWhich process is responsible for the removal of rock layers?ErosionDepositionEarthquakesFaulting
- 44. Multiple ChoiceA lit match is an example of aphysical changechemical change
- 45. Multiple ChoiceMelting is an example of aphysical changechemical change
- 46. Multiple ChoiceThe characteristic of calcite bubbling when it comes in contact with acid is achemical propertyphysical property
- 47. Multiple ChoiceWhich property best describes a rock which has formed from sediments?crystalline structureglassy texturebanding or zoning of mineralsfragmented particles arranged in layers
- 48. Multiple ChoiceAs temperature increases, what happens to the rate of chemical weathering?It increasesIt decreaseIt remains the same
- 49. Multiple ChoiceRusting is an example of aphysical changechemical change
- 50. Multiple ChoiceDigestion is an example of aphysical changechemical change
- 51. Multiple Choice
The sequence below occurs over a long time. This shows the steps in the formation of
an element
a metamorphic rock
an igneous rock
a fossil
- 52. Multiple Choice
large crystals mean the igneous rock cooled for a
shorter time
longer time
in lava
- 53. Multiple Choice
Erosion
moves sediment
drops sediment off
breaks sediment down
- 54. Multiple Choice
An example of erosion would be
dropping off of sand
missing sand from a beach
breaking down of rock
splitting a rock
- 55. Multiple Choice
abrasion happens when
ice expands when it freezes
rocks hit other rocks
glaciers pick up rocks and scratch the surface
a mineral breaks on smooth surfaces
- 56. Multiple Choice
if a mineral is resistant, it has a high
streak
cleavage
hardness
fracture
- 57. Multiple Choice
Which of the following is an observation?
The ice cream is white
The ice cream was probably made in a factory
The ice cream tastes like its expired
my sister would probably enjoy this ice cream
- 58. Multiple Choice
Choose 2 ways to make something dissolve faster
put it in cold water
stir it
heat it up
transfer it to another material
- 59. Multiple Choice
Which process in the rock cycle creates an igneous rock
heat and pressure
melting and solidification
compaction and cememntation
erosion
- 60. Multiple Choice
What type of rock forms from cementation?
igneous
sedimentary
metamorphic
- 61. Multiple Choice
Acid rain causes limestone with calcite to do what in order to make caves
break in half
grow
dissolve
increase in hardness
- 62. Multiple Choice
What is a factor that would cause more erosion in a river?
have it be warmer outside
make the water move slower
add more plants
have the water move faster
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