Exploring Matter and Earth's Systems

What happens to the particles of a pure substance when thermal energy is added?

• The particles move slower and the temperature decreases.

• The particles move faster and the temperature increases.

• The particles stop moving and the temperature remains constant.

• The particles move slower and the temperature increases.

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Which of the following best describes the process of water cycling through Earth's systems?

• Water moves in a straight line from the ocean to the atmosphere.

• Water cycles through evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

• Water only evaporates and never returns to the surface.

• Water is stored permanently in clouds.

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What role does the sun play in the water cycle?

• It cools down the water in the oceans.

• It provides energy for evaporation.

• It prevents water from evaporating.

• It causes water to freeze.

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How does gravity affect the water cycle?

• It pulls water upwards into the atmosphere.

• It causes water to evaporate.

• It pulls precipitation down to Earth's surface.

• It prevents water from moving.

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What is the main cause of changes in weather conditions?

• The rotation of the Earth.

• The interaction of air masses.

• The position of the moon.

• The color of the sky.

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Which of the following is a result of unequal heating of the Earth?

• Uniform temperature across the globe.

• Patterns of atmospheric and oceanic circulation.

• Constant weather conditions.

• No wind or ocean currents.

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What happens to a substance when thermal energy is removed?

• The particles move faster and the temperature increases.

• The particles move slower and the temperature decreases.

• The particles stop moving and the temperature remains constant.

• The particles move faster and the temperature decreases.

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Which of the following is NOT a part of the water cycle?

• Evaporation

• Condensation

• Combustion

• Precipitation

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What is the primary force that drives the water cycle?

• Wind

• Gravity

• Solar energy

• Earth's rotation

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How do air masses affect weather conditions?

• They have no effect on weather.

• They cause changes in temperature and precipitation.

• They only affect the weather in polar regions.

• They prevent any changes in weather.

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