Weathering, Erosion, Deposition and Phases of Matter-5th

The Potomac River is carrying soil and rocks downstream. What process is primarily responsible for this movement?

• Weathering

• Erosion

• Deposition

• Sedimentation

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

During a hot summer day in Virginia, a puddle of water on the sidewalk disappears. Which phase change is occurring?

• Freezing

• Condensation

• Evaporation

• Sublimation

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

A student learngs that the Appalachian Mountains in Virginia have become smoother over time. Which process is most likely responsible for this change?

• Erosion

• Deposition

• Weathering

• Melting

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

A farmer notices that the soil on his field is being washed away after heavy rains. What can he do to prevent this erosion?

• Plant more vegetation

• Remove all trees

• Increase the slope of the land

• Build a dam

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NGSS.MS-ETS1-3

NGSS.MS-LS2-5

A student places a cup of water in the freezer. After a few hours, the water turns into ice. Why?

• Heat was added

• Heat was removed

• Condensation

• Evaporation

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

NGSS.MS-PS3-4

NGSS.MS-PS3-5

During a summer science project, Evelyn and Michael observed the effects of sunlight on the water in a local Virginia river. What phase change did they most likely notice?

• It caused the water to freeze

• It caused the water to evaporate

• It caused the water to condense

• It caused the water to sublimate

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

NGSS.MS-PS1-4

Charlotte is planning a project to demonstrate the effects of erosion in Virginia. Which of the following would be the best method to show this?

• Using a fan to blow sand across a surface

• Piling up sand in a bucket of water

• Heating a rock until it cracks

• Hitting a rock with a hammer

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

A student notices that after a rainstorm, the soil on a hill in Virginia has moved to the bottom. What process is this an example of?

• Weathering

• Erosion

• Deposition

• Sedimentation

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

How might a change in temperature affect the phases of water in Virginia's lakes during winter?

• It could cause the water to evaporate

• It could cause the water to freeze

• It could cause the water to boil

• It could cause the water to condense

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

NGSS.MS-PS3-4

Which of the following best describes how deposition changes the Earth's surface in Virginia?

• It breaks down rocks into smaller pieces

• It carries soil and rocks away

• It builds up layers of sediment

• It melts ice into water

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2