6th Grade Social Studies Chapter 2 Quiz

When edges of one plate pushes up over another this is formed.

Which force of change is caused by volcanic eruptions or movement under ocean floor.

Water contained inside Earth's crust is called ____________.

This canal provides a shorter route for ships between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.

Scientists believe that total amount of water on Earth has not changed since planet was formed.

Water deposited on earth in the form of rain, snow, hail, and sleet.

A large continuous mass of land is called a _______.

The Grand Canyon was formed by which force?

When plates crush together, causing edges of both plates to crumble and break it forms.

People who live in dry regions use desalination for _______.

Humans have slowed their affect on the environment in the last 50 years.

The day of the year that has the most sunlight.

When weathered bits of rock are moved by water, wind, or ice.

The process in which Earth's surface is worn away by forces such as rain, wind, and chemicals.

Where do warm winds originate?

When plates on the ocean floor move apart this is formed.

Human activities can affect weather and climate.

Which force of change creates land forms such as beaches, islands, and plains.

A narrow strip of land connecting two larger land areas.

Earthquakes are caused by _______.