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Which layer of the Earth is described as the plastic-like upper mantle where rock can easily move?
Which layer of the Earth is described as the plastic-like upper mantle where rock can easily move?
- Lithosphere
- Troposphere
- Mesosphere
- Asthenosphere (correct)
What is the closest star to Earth that is visible in the night sky known as?
What is the closest star to Earth that is visible in the night sky known as?
- Ursa Major
- Alpha Centauri (correct)
- Sirius
- Proxima Centauri
Which weather instrument is used to measure humidity?
Which weather instrument is used to measure humidity?
- Barometer
- Wind Vane
- Hygrometer (correct)
- Anemometer
What kind of tides occur when the sun, Earth, and moon are on a straight line?
What kind of tides occur when the sun, Earth, and moon are on a straight line?
Which star is known as the North Star and is located at the tip of the Little Dipper's handle?
Which star is known as the North Star and is located at the tip of the Little Dipper's handle?
What is the process that changes liquid water to gaseous water known as in the water cycle?
What is the process that changes liquid water to gaseous water known as in the water cycle?
Which celestial object is known for its remarkably large energy emission?
Which celestial object is known for its remarkably large energy emission?
Which planet in our solar system is known as an ice giant and orbits on its side?
Which planet in our solar system is known as an ice giant and orbits on its side?
What phenomenon causes the light displays known as aurora borealis and aurora australis?
What phenomenon causes the light displays known as aurora borealis and aurora australis?
Which celestial object is often described as a 'dirty snowball' with a tail of dust and gas?
Which celestial object is often described as a 'dirty snowball' with a tail of dust and gas?
Which planet in our solar system is known for its Great Red Spot?
Which planet in our solar system is known for its Great Red Spot?
Which celestial object is Earth's only natural satellite?
Which celestial object is Earth's only natural satellite?
