Earth Science NC Check In

The longest subdivision of time

• Eon

• Era

• Epoch

• Extinct

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

This is used to identify and define a geologic time period. 

• Mold Fossil

• Index Fossil

• Petrified Fossil 

• Cast Fossil

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Which rock layer is the oldest

• A

• E

• D

• C

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

Which of the following rock types can you find fossils in?

• Sedimentary

• Igenous

• Metamorphic

• Volcanic

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Which type of rock results from melting and cooling of magma?

• Igneous

• Metamorphic

• Sedimentary

• Extrusive

Which type of igneous rock forms above ground?

• Intrusive

• Organic

• Extrusive

• Foliated

A metamorphic rock changes into an igneous rock by what two processes?

• Melting and cooling

• Extreme heat and pressure

• Compaction and cementation

• Weathering and erosion

Which layer formed first?

• Rock Layer W

• Rock Layer X

• Rock Layer Y

• Rock Layer Z

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

Most sedimentary rock forms in the ocean.  This is because oceans -  

• emit much less pollution that other habitats

• receive the majority of the Sun's energy

• have fewer plants and animals than on land

• are where most bits of broken rock get deposited

Which is the most likely result of an increase in the level of nitrates in a body of water?

• increase in turbidity

• increase in plant growth 

• increase in fish population 

• increase in water temperature

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NGSS.MS-LS2-1

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