Earth Science Quiz 27 (25 MCQs)

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1. Scientists rejected Wegener's idea of Continental Drift because

2. The study of the universe beyond the earth?

3. This is the study of the objects beyond Earth's atmosphere.

4. Which instrument is used to observe space systems from Earth? (MS-ESS1-3)

5. What force distorts irregular galaxies and causes them to form such strange shapes?

6. Included in the field of _____ is how weather affects oceans; included in the field of _____, is how oceans affect climate

7. In the United States, most tornadoes are classified as intense

8. _____ study the solid earth

9. Column of hot rock that lies below a hot spot

10. Continental drift

11. During which geologic period did plants and animals first appear in land environments?

12. It is a type of waves that travels though the planet when earthquakes occur.

13. What word tells us that a cloud is considered a 'medium' cloud?

14. Which is most likely a prevention strategy for flooding?

15. Giant cockroaches and dragonflies were common insects during the Carboniferous period and were much larger than they are today.

16. The molten rock that comes from a volcano after it has erupted is known as what?

17. Which motion occurs at a rate of approximatelyone degree per day?

18. The universe is approximately 13.8 billion years old. Compared to the age of the solar system, the age of the universe is approximately

19. Where is the asthenosphere found in the Earth's layers?

20. It is a boundary that is located between the liquid outer core and the solid inner core.

21. In a closed system, the only thing that can enter or leave is

22. What is gravity?

23. What is fastest of all earthquake waves

24. Which of the following is NOT a correct description of oxygen gas (O2)?

25. This group of people studied earthquakes