Earth Science Quiz

What is the study of Earth's physical structure and substance?

• Hydrosphere

• Geology

• Astronomy

• Ecology

Which term refers to the water component of the Earth?

• Atmosphere

• Biosphere

• Hydrosphere

• Geosphere

What is the scientific study of the oceans called?

• Meteorology

• Oceanography

• Astronomy

• Ecology

Which layer of gases surrounds the Earth?

• Atmosphere

• Geosphere

• Biosphere

• Hydrosphere

What is the study of weather and climate?

• Ecology

• Meteorology

• Geology

• Astronomy

What process do plants use to convert sunlight into energy?

• Photosynthesis

• Biodegradable

• Ecology

• Pollution

What is the study of celestial objects and the universe?

• Geology

• Astronomy

• Oceanography

• Ecology

What term describes the contamination of the environment?

• Biodegradable

• Pollution

• Ecosystem

• Geosphere

What is the study of interactions among organisms and their environment?

• Ecology

• Geology

• Astronomy

• Meteorology

What term describes materials that can be broken down by natural processes?

• Biodegradable

• Photosynthesis

• Pollution

• Atmosphere