11 Questions
Fossils of the same type are never found thousands of miles apart on different continents.
False
Engineers can reduce earthquake damage to buildings.
True
Communities cannot better protect themselves from tsunamis.
False
Scientists can predict when a volcano is going to erupt with absolute certainty.
False
Communities can prepare for landslide hazards.
True
People cannot protect themselves from the hazards of landslides.
False
How do scientists know that Earth is made up of layers?
By observing the behavior of seismic waves during earthquakes.
Why are some communities more likely to experience an earthquake than others?
Because they are situated near tectonic plate boundaries.
How can engineers reduce earthquake damage to buildings?
By constructing buildings with flexible materials and shock absorbers.
Can scientists predict when a volcano is going to erupt?
No, it is impossible to predict volcanic eruptions.
How does erosion affect Earth’s surface, people, and communities?
Erosion causes a decrease in soil fertility and loss of land.
Test your knowledge of Earth science with these true or false questions based on topics like changes in Earth's surface, fossils distribution, layers of the Earth, and evidence of Earth's surface changes over time.
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