Diagnostic Test in Earth and Life Science SY 2022-2023
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Which type of magma typically solidifies within the Earth’s crust?

  • Basaltic magma
  • Magma that forms large crystals
  • Granitic magma (correct)
  • Magma that brings great destruction

    • What combination of factors can change pre-existing rocks into new forms?

  • Texture, temperature, and chemically-active fluids (correct)
  • Temperature, pressure, and chemically-active fluids
  • Color, shape, and texture
  • Minerals, color, and temperature

    • Where would you expect to find the largest crystals in a lava flow?

  • Near the top surface of the flow
  • The crystals would have the same grain size throughout the flow
  • At the center of the flow
  • Near the bottom of the flow (correct)

    • What happens to basaltic magma in relation to eruptions?

    <p>It rises all the way to the Earth’s surface to erupt from a volcano</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does granitic magma behave in relation to eruptions?

    <p>It solidifies within the Earth’s crust</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do chemically-active fluids play in rock transformation?

    <p>They influence texture changes alongside temperature variations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which planet in the solar system is identified as the only one that gave rise to complex life?

    <p>Earth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of Earth's subsystems, what effect do major human activities have due to the cycling of energy and matter within spheres?

    <p>They cause destruction in a boomerang effect.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on the given information, what is a recommended course of action to address the problem of global warming?

    <p>Initiate change by reducing personal contribution to pollution.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the table, what can be inferred about the scratchability of olivine and hematite?

    <p>Hematite can scratch olivine.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To which chemical group does olivine belong based on the table provided?

    <p>Silicate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Identify the correct chemical group for hematite as indicated in Table 1.

    <p>Oxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct description about the organization of an ecosystem?

    <p>Communities make up species, which make up populations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which pair of organ and organ system is correctly matched?

    <p>skin - integumentary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term refers to the biological process of producing offspring that are genetically similar to the parents?

    <p>reproduction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term describes the process of producing new organisms by combining genetic information from two individuals of different sexes?

    <p>sexual reproduction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does sexual reproduction differ from asexual reproduction?

    <p>Sexual reproduction requires one parent while asexual requires two</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement correctly differentiates sexual reproduction from asexual reproduction?

    <p>Sexual reproduction produces offspring with high genetic diversity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What dating technique is most suitable for estimating the age of a dinosaur fossil?

    <p>Absolute dating</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What information is typically represented on a geologic time scale?

    <p>The geologic history of the Earth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What phenomenon occurs when loosely-packed and water-logged sediments lose strength during an earthquake?

    <p>Liquefaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    After a magnitude 8.0 earthquake near the sea, what hazard are coastal residents most likely to be exposed to?

    <p>Tsunami</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term refers to extreme natural phenomena in the Earth's crust that can be dangerous to life and property?

    <p>Geologic hazard</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What dating technique relies on the principle of superposition, which states that older layers in a rock sequence are found beneath younger layers?

    <p>Relative dating</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most likely cause of Pablo's liver problem based on the symptoms described?

    <p>Alcohol Consumption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which lifestyle change is recommended for treating Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and increasing the chances of bearing a child?

    <p>Maintaining healthy weight and regular exercise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the scenario given about PCOS, what is the main factor contributing to female infertility in women with this condition?

    <p>Abnormal levels of male sex hormones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of male sex hormones in women with Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)?

    <p>Inducing female infertility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following actions is NOT a recommended treatment for Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)?

    <p>Excessive alcohol consumption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of a perceived threat triggering a life-threatening response, which hormone is primarily responsible for the body's automatic reactions?

    <p>Adrenaline</p> Signup and view all the answers

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