78 Questions
Which theory proposes that the overall structure of the universe is always the same at any point in time and space?
Steady State Theory
Based on the text, which theory suggests that the universe will keep expanding and then start to contract due to gravitation?
Pulsating Theory
What does the Big Bang Theory propose about the formation of the universe?
The universe was once condensed in a small particle and then exploded
Which process is hypothesized to be responsible for the formation of magma chambers in the crust?
Convection currents
At what depths are the principal magma chambers associated with super deep dip faults found?
700 km
What causes the temporal unevenness of the release of heat and light matter toward the surface?
Tectonic movements
Which zone of the ocean is characterized by a sharp transition in water temperature called the thermocline?
Mesopelagic Zone
At what depth does the Bathypelagic Zone begin?
4,000 meters
Which zone of the ocean is the deepest?
Hadal Zone
What is the primary composition of the Earth's atmosphere?
78% nitrogen and 21% oxygen
Which type of rock forms when existing rocks are subjected to intense heat and pressure?
Metamorphic
What is the most abundant component of rocks on the Earth's surface?
Silicate minerals
Which process can change the type of rock?
All of the above
Which mineral lacks a crystal structure due to its liquid state?
Mercury
Which theory explains the formation of the solar system as a result of a spinning cloud of gases?
Nebular Hypothesis Theory
What is the main reason why Earth is capable of supporting life?
Its brilliant combination of gases
Which sphere of the Earth includes all the rocks, minerals, and ground found on and in the planet?
Geosphere
What percentage of Earth's surface area is covered by water?
70 percent
Where are rocks and minerals found?
Geosphere
What parts of the Earth make up the hydrosphere?
Seawater and inland water
What part of Earth's spheres is composed of a mixture of gases?
Atmosphere
Why do only few lives exist below the bathypelagic zone?
All of these
Which of the following is an example of a naturally occurring rare organic substance with a definitive chemical formula?
Whewellite
Which of the following processes originate externally to the Earth's surface?
Exogenic processes
What are the factors and processes that could have sources outside Earth called?
Exogenic factors and processes
Which process is responsible for the decomposition and disintegration of rocks and minerals at the Earth's surface?
Weathering
Which theory proposes that the universe was once condensed in a very small and compact particle called primeval nucleus?
Big Bang Theory
Based on the text, which theory suggests that the universe will keep expanding more and more and then start to contract due to gravitation?
Pulsating Theory
What is the very first claim made in the Bible about the formation of the universe?
There was a beginning
Which theory explains the formation of the solar system as a result of a spinning cloud of gases?
Nebular Hypothesis Theory
What is the most abundant component of rocks on the Earth's surface?
Minerals
What percentage of Earth's surface area is covered by water?
70%
What part of Earth's spheres is composed of a mixture of gases?
Atmosphere
Which layer of the Earth occupies the largest percentage of its volume?
The mantle
What is the temperature at the bottom of the Abyssopelagic zone?
4°C
What is the primary source of water supply for household, commercial, and agricultural use?
Groundwater
What is the main component of Earth's atmosphere?
Nitrogen
Which part of the Earth is responsible for the formation of magma chambers in the crust?
Lithosphere
What process leads to the temporal unevenness of the release of heat and light matter toward the surface?
Convection currents
What causes the accumulation and subsequent discharge of tectonic stresses along active faults?
Tectonic movements
Which process is responsible for the removal of weathered rocks and minerals by moving water, wind, glaciers, and gravity?
Erosion
What is the primary source of magma formation?
Asthenosphere
Which type of rock is formed when existing rocks are subjected to intense heat and pressure?
Metamorphic rock
What is the most abundant component of rocks on the Earth's surface?
Minerals
Which type of rock forms from the cooling of melted rock into solid form?
Igneous
What are the two types of igneous rocks based on where the cooling occurs?
Intrusive and extrusive
What type of rocks form when existing rocks are subjected to intense heat and pressure?
Metamorphic
How do sedimentary rocks form?
By compaction of separate particles
Which layer of the Earth is mostly composed of different types of granites?
Geosphere
What are the most abundant minerals in the continental crust?
Silicate and aluminum
What are the most abundant minerals in the oceanic crust?
Silicate and magnesium
What is the dense center and hottest part of Earth mostly made of?
Iron and nickel
What is the primary source of groundwater?
Percolation
Which layer of the Earth occupies the smallest percentage of its volume?
Inner core
What is the primary composition of the Earth's atmosphere?
Nitrogen
What is the main reason why Earth is capable of supporting life?
Presence of water
Which theory proposes that the overall structure of the universe is always the same at any point in time and space?
Steady State Theory
Which theory suggests that the universe will keep expanding and then start to contract due to gravitation?
Pulsating Theory
Which theory proposes that the entire universe was once condensed in a very small and compact particle called primeval nucleus?
Big Bang Theory
Which theory explains the origin of the solar system as a result of a spinning cloud of gases?
Nebular Hypothesis Theory
What is the name of the zone in the ocean that is warm and mixed by winds and wave action?
Epipelagic Zone
What is the main component of Earth's hydrosphere?
Water
What is the primary source of water on Earth?
Ocean
Which layer of the Earth is the most solid and stable?
The lithosphere
What are the two main components of the continental crust?
Silicate and aluminum
What is the boundary between the core and the mantle called?
The Gutenberg discontinuity
What is the primary purpose of Earth's magnetic field?
To protect the planet from charged particles of the solar wind
What causes the formation of magma chambers in the crust?
Direct influence of heat carried by rising abyssal magma
What is the primary cause of earthquakes?
Accumulation and discharge of tectonic stresses along active faults
What process leads to the stratification of the Earth into geospheres of varying density?
Gravitational differentiation
Which type of rock forms from the cooling of melted rock into solid form?
Igneous
What are the two types of igneous rocks based on where the cooling occurs?
Intrusive and extrusive
What are the fundamental components of rocks called?
Minerals
Which layer of the Earth occupies the largest percentage of its volume?
Mantle
Which of the following is an example of a naturally occurring rare organic substance with a definitive chemical formula?
Whewellite
Which of the following processes originate externally to the Earth's surface?
Weathering
What is the primary source of magma formation?
Asthenosphere
What causes the accumulation and subsequent discharge of tectonic stresses along active faults?
Seismic activity
Quiz: Rare Organic Minerals and Exogenic Processes Test your knowledge on rare organic minerals and exogenic processes with this informative quiz. Learn about Whewellite and other naturally occurring substances with a definitive chemical formula that are classified as minerals, despite being organic. Challenge yourself and expand your understanding of these fascinating geological phenomena.
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