Natural Resources
How can a large rock become a part of soil?
F Break the rock into tiny pieces
G Bury the rock in the ground
H Pile the rock with other rocks
J Melt the rock and let it cool down
F Break the rock into tiny pieces
Volcanoes can sometimes create a what?
Island
Which of the following describes rapid changes in the surface of the Earth by water?
A moving soil by heavy rain and flooding
B shaking of buildings and bridges
C spewing gases and ashes in the air
D moving sand by high wind speeds
A moving soil by heavy rain and flooding
What is an earthquake?
Sudden shake on the ground.
How can a plant become a part of soil?
A The plant’s roots can grow deep in the ground.
B The plant’s seeds can drop on the ground and get eaten.
C The plant’s flower can stick pollen to a bee.
D The plant’s leaves can decompose after they fall.
D The plant’s leaves can decompose after they fall.
Can a volcanoes occur in your backyard?
Not really because we don't live near The Ring of Fire or where the plate tectonics are.
Name the types of landslides.
Rock, soil (mud), snow, trees
Earthquakes are usually how long? (Time in minutes)
Most are less than a minute.
What natural resource has minerals from weathered rocks and decomposing plant
and animal remains?
F Fresh water
G Soil
H Animals
J Plants
G Soil
Can tornadoes be man made or controlled by men?
no they can't
How can you protect yourself from a landslide?
Answers may vary.
An earthquake is MOST LIKELY to cause which of the following?
F a glacier
G a hurricane
H a tsunami
J a tornado
H a tsunami
How can you conserve water?
F Water plants during the day.
G Take shorter showers.
H Only use cold water for bathing.
J Let the water run while brushing your teeth.
G Take shorter showers.
Which of the following describes the results of volcanic activity?
A movement of large amounts of rocks and soil due to water
B sudden, strong movement of buildings and other structures on Earth’s surface
C molten rocks, spewing gases and ashes in the atmosphere
D increased rainfall and excessive wind speeds
C molten rocks, spewing gases and ashes in the atmosphere
Earthquakes, explosions, hurricanes ect. Mostly water.
If the ground has an opening or it is cracked what might have occured?
A tornado
B glacier
C hurricane
D earthquake
D earthquake
Which of the following products is the best use of wool?
A Car tires
B Clothing
C Wall coverings
D Umbrellas
B Clothing
Most volcanoes are found in this area called?
The Ring of Fire.
Which statement best describes the actions of a landslide?
F Earth’s surface suddenly shakes, causing buildings to collapse.
G A layer of Earth’s surface suddenly and rapidly moves downhill.
H Magma flows violently through a crack in Earth’s surface.
J The Earth’s surface is slowly weathered by moving water.
G A layer of Earth’s surface suddenly and rapidly moves downhill.
A scientist makes a map to show the locations of all the earthquakes in the last 10
years. This map will be MOST helpful to people who want to —
F invent materials that do not crack
G keep old bridges from falling apart
H find the safest place to build a home
J protect animals from falling rocks
H find the safest place to build a home