Layers of Atmosphere
What are the 5 Layers of Earths Atmosphere?
Troposphere, Stratosphere, Mesosphere, Thermosphere, & Exosphere
Which sphere includes all the oceans, lakes, rivers, and groundwater?
a. Atmosphere
b. Geosphere
c. Hydrosphere
d. Cryosphere
c. Hydrosphere
Which process involves the breakdown of rocks without changing their chemical composition?
A) Erosion
B) Deposition
C) Physical weathering
D) Chemical weathering
Physical weathering
What is the basic unit of life according to cell theory? A. Molecules
b. Organs
c. Tissues
d. Cells
d. Cells
What force pulls objects towards the center of the Earth?
a. Magnetic force
b. Gravitational force
c. Tension
d. Air resistance
b. Gravitational force
In what layer of atmosphere do we (Humans) live on?
Troposphere
Which sphere includes mountains, valleys, and minerals?
Geosphere
The Grand Canyon was formed mainly by:
a. Evaporation
b. Erosion
c. Precipitation
d. Volcanic activity
b. Erosion
According to cell theory, where do all cells come from?
a. Non-living matter
b. Pre-existing cells
c. Air
d. Water
b. Pre-existing cells
Which force holds the planets in orbit around the Sun?
a. Friction
b. Tension
c. Magnetic force
d. Gravitational force
d. Gravitational force
The ozone layer is located in which layer of the atmosphere?
Stratosphere
The movement of Earth's tectonic plates is part of the:
a. Biosphere
b. Geosphere
c. Atmosphere
d. Cryosphere
b. Geosphere
Sand dunes are formed through the process of?
A) Weathering
B) Erosion
C) Deposition
D) Volcanism
Deposition
Which of the following is NOT a core concept of cell theory?
a. Cells are the basic unit of life
b. All organisms are composed of cells
c. Cells can only come from sunlight
d. All cells come from pre-existing cells
c. Cells can only come from sunlight
When you stretch a rubber band, what type of force are you applying?
a. Spring force
b. Magnetic force
c. Gravitational force
d. Air resistance
a. Spring force
Which layer of the atmosphere is furthest from the Earth's surface?
Exosphere
Which of the following is an example of a cryosphere feature?
a. Glacier
b. Coral Reef
c. Rainforest
d. Savannah
a. Glacier
What role does gravity play in the process of erosion?
a. Gravity causes rocks to stick together
b. Gravity pulls rocks and sediments downhill
c. Gravity helps plants grow
d. Gravity prevents water from carrying sediments
b. Gravity pulls rocks and sediments downhil
Can an organism be considered alive if it does not have cells based on cell theory?
a. Yes, since not all living things have cells
b. No, since cell theory states that cells are essential for life
c. Yes, only if the organism can move on its own
d. No, but it can still exhibit some characteristics of life
b. No, since cell theory states that cells are essential for life
Which type of force enables a rock to sink in water?
a. Magnetic force
b. Buoyant force
c. Tension
d. Elastic force
b. Buoyant force
The greenhouse effect is mainly caused by an increase in which type of gas?
A. Oxygen
B. Helium
C. Nitrogen
D. Carbon dioxide
D. Carbon dioxide
The layer of gases that make up Earth's ____ protects life from harmful solar radiation?
A) Biosphere
B) Hydrosphere
C) Atmosphere
D) Geosphere
Atmosphere
What is the key difference between physical and chemical weathering?
A) Physical weathering involves changes in composition.
B) Chemical weathering is caused by wind and water.
C) Chemical weathering breaks down rocks physically.
D) Physical weathering changes rocks without altering their composition.
D) Physical weathering changes rocks without altering their composition.
Why is cell theory considered a fundamental concept in biology?
a. It explains the origin of the universe
b. It provides a framework for understanding the structure and function of living organisms
c. It discusses the behavior of atoms
d. It focuses on non-living matter instead of living organisms
b. It provides a framework for understanding the structure and function of living organisms
A book resting on a table is an example of which force counteracting gravity?
a. Friction
b. Tension
c. Normal force
d. Spring force
c. Normal force