Earth Systems and Pollution Quiz

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Which of these is NOT part of Earth's main systems?

  • Water
  • Rocks
  • Cars (correct)
  • Air

Which process describes how wind interacts with rocks over time?

  • Shape them (correct)
  • Make them bigger
  • Turn them into water
  • Paint them

Which of the following is classified as a natural component of Earth's systems?

  • Concrete
  • Electronics
  • Minerals (correct)
  • Plastic

What is an effect of wind erosion on rocks?

<p>Removes their layers (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which element is critical for the water cycle in Earth’s systems?

<p>Hydrogen (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these is NOT a type of pollution?

<p>All living things on Earth (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes a cause of water pollution?

<p>Industrial waste disposal (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of pollution is primarily caused by human activity?

<p>Plastic pollution (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following options would be considered a natural pollutant?

<p>Volcanic ash (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these statements about pollution is incorrect?

<p>All pollution is human-caused. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Earth's main systems

The major components of Earth include air, water, and rocks, excluding human-made objects like cars.

Human-made elements

Objects created by humans, like cars, which do not belong to Earth's natural systems.

Effects of wind on rocks

Wind can shape rocks over time through erosion and weathering processes.

Erosion

The process where natural elements like wind wear away rocks and soil, altering landscapes.

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Weathering

The breaking down of rocks into smaller pieces by natural forces like wind, rain, and temperature changes.

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Atmosphere

The layer of air surrounding Earth.

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Hydrosphere

All the water on Earth, including oceans, rivers, and lakes.

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Biosphere

All living organisms on Earth and their environments.

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Geosphere

All the solid rocks and landforms on Earth.

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Pollution Types

Different forms of environmental contamination, like air, water, and soil pollution.

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