Earth Systems Mid-Term

What is the study of Earths atmosphere, especially in relation to weather and climate?

• Oceanography
• Geology
• Astronomy
• Meteorology

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

What is the percentage of water on Earth?

• 90%
• 97%
• 99%
• Option 4

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

What is the study of the origin, history, processes, and structure of the solid earth called?

• Astronomy
• Meteorology
• Geology
• Oceanography

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-3

NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

What is the part of the Earth where all life exists; all of the living organisms of earth called.

• Biosphere
• Atmosphere
• Hydrosphere
• Geosphere

The angular distance north or south of the equator is called

• Meridian
• Parallel
• Longitude
• Latitude

Why is the scientific method used in science? (Complete sentences with correct punctuation)

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NGSS.MS-LS1-1

What is the 3rd planet from the sun?

• Saturn
• Earth
• Sun
• Mars

Where is the astroid belt located in the solar system?

• Between Earth and Mars
• Between Saturn and Uranus
• Between Mercury and Venus
• Between Mars and Jupiter

What caused the Supernova to begin forming in the solar system?

• Supernova Explosion
• Supernova Shrinking
• The Big Bang
• The Sun

Which planet is the hottest?

• Mercury
• Saturn
• Mars
• Venus