Evolution, Genetics & Earth History Review - Part 4 (8.E.2.2)

The diagram below shows fossil samples found in four layers of sedimentary rock.

Which can most likely be concluded about the area where the samples were found?

• It is a desert.

• It is a mountainous region.

• It was once covered by water.

• It was formed millions of year ago.

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The diagram shows carbon dioxide levels preserved in an ice core.

Which process most likely accounts for the major increase in atmospheric carbon dioxide over time?

• increased deforestation

• decreased deforestation

• increased use of fossils fuels

• decreased use of fossil fuels

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The diagram shows carbon dioxide levels preserved in an ice core.

Which layer of the ice core shows the highest concentration of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

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The diagram below shows several layers of rock and associated geologic features that have occurred throughout Earth's history.

Which sequence shows the order in which each rock layer or geologic event occurred?

• S, T, U, V, W, X, Y, Z

• S, T, V, W, X, Y, Z, U

• Z, Y, S, T, V, W, X, U

• U, Z, Y, X, W, V, T, S

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The diagram shows the Earth's crustal plates.

Which is true about geologic evolution in reference to plate tectonics?

• The plates of Earth have settled and finished moving.

• The movement of plates has caused the formation and break-up of continents over time.

• The movement of the plates is responsible for all geologic changes that occur on Earth.

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The diagram shows the Earth's crustal plates.

Which natural occurrence is the direct result of tectonic plate movement?

• earthquake

• hurricane

• tornado

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The diagram shows the Earth's crustal plates.

Tectonic plates are located within which layer of Earth?

• core

• crust

• mantle

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Geologists are conducting research in Hawaii. Which rock will be most abundant?

• igneous

• sedimentary

• metamorphic

Which best represents the purpose of ice core drilling?

• to study changes in gravity

• to study changes in climate

• to determine the relative age of fossils

The discovery of the theory of continental drift led to the subsequent discovery of which theory?

• theory of relativity

• theory of superposition

• theory of plate tectonics

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