Ranger Rise

What is the Mid-Ocean Ridge?

• Continuous underwater mountain range

• A geyser on the ocean floor

• Mountains that reach the ocean surface

• Underwater, inactive volcanoes

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-3

What is the primary function of the Ranger Rise in an ecosystem?

• Habitat for marine life

• Source of fresh water

• Barrier against storms

• Area for human recreation

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NGSS.MS-LS2-5

Which geological process is most responsible for the formation of Ranger Rises?

• Volcanic activity

• Erosion

• Sedimentation

• Tectonic uplift

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NGSS.HS-ESS1-5

NGSS.HS-ESS2-1

How do Ranger Rises affect ocean currents?

• They deflect currents

• They accelerate currents

• They have no effect

• They reverse currents

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

What type of organisms are most likely to be found on Ranger Rises?

• Deep-sea fish

• Coral reefs

• Plankton

• Seabirds

Which of the following best describes the biodiversity found on Ranger Rises?

• Low biodiversity

• Moderate biodiversity

• High biodiversity

• No biodiversity

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NGSS.MS-LS2-5

What role do Ranger Rises play in carbon cycling?

• Carbon source

• Carbon sink

• No role

• Carbon neutral

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NGSS.MS-LS1-6

NGSS.MS-LS2-3

Which scientific instrument is commonly used to study Ranger Rises?

• Seismometer

• Sonar

• Thermometer

• Barometer

What is the primary threat to Ranger Rises from human activity?

• Overfishing

• Pollution

• Climate change

• Mining

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NGSS.MS-LS2-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-5

How do Ranger Rises contribute to marine navigation?

• They are used as landmarks

• They disrupt navigation

• They have no impact

• They create new routes