Geography Landforms and Data Representation Quiz
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What percentage of Earth's surface is covered by land?

  • 100%
  • 25%
  • 50% (correct)
  • 75%
  • In terms of volume, which type of water covers a larger portion of Earth's surface?

  • Salt water (correct)
  • Fresh water
  • Both are equal
  • It depends on the region
  • When comparing a mountain with a valley, which of the following features would likely be different?

  • Depth (correct)
  • Elevation
  • Vegetation
  • Width
  • What type of landform is characterized by being very narrow and deep?

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

    In inquiry skills, what is an essential aspect of comparing different landforms?

    <p>Identifying features</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What fraction of the Earth's surface is covered by water?

    <p>3/4</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is most of Earth's salt water found?

    <p>In oceans and seas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is true about fresh water on Earth?

    <p>It exists in lakes, rivers, and streams</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason that fresh water from glaciers is unavailable for use?

    <p>It is frozen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    From a satellite photo, what fraction of Earth's surface appears to be water?

    <p>3/4</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary composition of the Earth's surface?

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

    What unit of measurement is used to measure the volume of the sand and water in the activity?

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

    What is the main difference between the water in the three cups and the sand in the single cup?

    <p>The water represents the amount of water on Earth's surface, while the sand represents the amount of land.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on the activity, how does the amount of land on Earth compare to the amount of water?

    <p>The amount of water is significantly greater than the amount of land.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of an inquiry skill used in the activity?

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

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