Earth & Environmental Science NCFE Review

Which describes a disadvantage to adding large quantities of sand to stabilize the shoreline.

If it is summer in the northern hemisphere, which statement is true?

Our solar system is considered to be

What causes the Earth to have seasons?

Which events are most closely associated with mountains and volcanoes?

On a topographic map, lines spaced far apart indicate

The picture below shows a _________ fault?

What is the primary function of the clear glass of the greenhouse?

What chemical has slowly depleted the Ozone layer of the years?

This is formed when impermeable rock forces groundwater to move up and flow onto the surface?

Identify one process that causes clouds to form on the windward side of a mountain

Earth’s outer core and inner core are both inferred to be

Which type of nuclear reaction is used by the Sun?

Which is the best example of human impacts on the biosphere?

Ocean tides observed at coastal locations each day are primarily caused by

The theory that our universe was created when all matter&energy was sent out from one point is

Why is there a full Moon approximately once a month?

The photo below demonstrates the "wobbling" of earth's axis during rotation and is known as

Which weather change is most likely indicated by rapidly falling barometric pressure?

What are humans most directly impacting when they kill off a species of plant or animal?

The layer with the highest amount of Humus (organic material) is known as layer

In North Carolina, summer is warmer than winter because in summer North Carolina has

What is the zero degree longitude line that runs through Greenwich, England?

The most destructive aspect of submarine earthquakes is the production of :

Which part of the Sun’s electromagnetic spectrum has the shortest wavelength?

The formula MASS divided by VOLUME gives

Why does the moon have a greater effect on the tides than the sun?

Which diagram represents a divergent boundary?

Which results from the unequal heating of the ocean water of Earth? (Poles=Cold, Equator=Warm)

The length of an Earth day is determined by the time required for approximately one of

What is the source of energy for the sun?

The seasons of the year on Earth are determined by the ____________.

How can water be an agent for physical/mechanical weathering? (remember mechanics use tools)

Which can help reduce human impacts on the atmosphere?

Which would produce the most severe earthquake damage along the surface ofEarth?

The movement of tectonic plates is inferred by many scientists to be driven by

Which of the following systems purifies the water you drink?

How does heat from the sun get to Earth?

What is the approximate location of point A?

The place where an earthquake originates is called the

The sun's surface is almost 6000 degrees K. Cool areas on the surface are known as

Which agent of erosion leads to the destruction AND formation of sand dunes?

Which gas makes up the largest component of the Earth’s atmosphere?

The sun is in what stage of its life cycle?

Which variable could be changed by the experimenter?

On a topographic map, _____ is measured as the distance above or below sea level

The most destructive aspect of submarine (underwater) earthquakes is the production of :

Which of these is caused by the rotation of Earth?

Which can lead to the depletion of the ozone layer of Earth?

__________ is evidence of Seafloor Spreading, while Seafloor Spreading is evidence of ________.

What surface feature is NOT formed at an oceanic-oceanic CONVERGENT boundary?

Which fuel source can be used to live more sustainably?

Which consequence could an exponentially growing human population have ondrinkable water?

How does a STRAIGHT alignment between Earth, the sun, and the moon impact the tides on Earth?

Which structure can form as a result of a divergent plate boundary?

The youngest rocks on the ocean floor are typically located near what feature?

Scientists can use the time differences between P-waves and S-waves to determine the following:

Which is a major source of AIR pollution created by humans?

Carbon dioxide and methane cause global warming because they are excellent absorbers of

Energy is produced within a star’s core by the process of

Before lava reaches the surface, the molten material is called 

Which statement describes the motion of Earth around the sun?

How would you describe the shape of Earth's planetary orbit?

Which of these is likely to occur after moist air is cooled below its dew point?

A local government is considering building a dam. Which is an advantage of building a dam?

This illustrates the change in DIRECTION of Earth's tilt every 26,000-27,000 years, known as

The observation that waves lengthen as objects move away and shorten as they approach is called

Which part of Earth’s interior has convection currents that cause tectonic plates to move?

digging a well along a coastal area will likely result in what?

Put the following in order - from largest to smallest

Which is an example of point source pollution?

The sun produces energy through nuclear fusion by converting:

Earth moves fastest when it is closest to the Sun & slowest when farther away is explained by

What is the approximate rate of Earth’s rotation?

How could the removal of trees and other vegetation impact the LITHOSPHERE?

In which atmospheric layer of Earth do thunderstorms occur?

Which type of renewable energy would work best on NC's coast?

Which is most likely a prevention strategy for flooding? 

Why are ocean currents important to coastal regions?

Use the diagram to answer the question