Earth's Systems and Interactions Assessment

Front

Which of Earth's spheres contains approximately 97% of all water on the planet?

Back

Oceans

Front

What is the primary function of the ozone layer in the stratosphere?

Back

Protecting Earth from harmful UV radiation

Front

In the rock cycle, what type of rock forms from cooled magma?

Back

Igneous

Front

Which component of Earth's atmosphere has the highest percentage? Options: Oxygen, Nitrogen, Carbon dioxide, Argon

Back

Nitrogen

Front

What percentage of Earth's surface is covered by oceans?

Back

71%

Front

Which layer of Earth's interior makes up about 84% of Earth's volume?

Back

Mantle

Front

In the biosphere, which organisms create their own food through photosynthesis?

Back

Producers

Front

Where do most weather phenomena occur in Earth's atmosphere?

Back

Troposphere

Front

What process describes water changing from liquid to gas in the water cycle?

Back

Evaporation

Front

Which Earth system is responsible for recycling nutrients back into the environment? Options: Producers, Decomposers, Consumers, Autotrophs

Back

Decomposers