Why does the Sun appear much brighter than other stars in our sky?

Because it is much closer to Earth than other stars

How do riparian buffer zones help prevent pollution?

They filter out harmful substances

When are shadows typically the longest during a day?

Early morning and late afternoon

What is the main purpose of designing solutions for weather-related hazards?

To reduce the impact of severe weather on people and property

What is a good way to conserve water at home?

Turning off taps while brushing teeth

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Earth and Space Science PSSA Review

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1
Why does the Sun appear much brighter than other stars in our sky?
Because it produces more light than other stars
Because it is the largest star in the universe
Because it is much closer to Earth than other stars
Because it is the hottest star in space
2
What unit is typically used to measure rainfall in the United States?
Gallons
Pounds
Inches
Meters
3
Which building material is most resistant to earthquakes?
Wood
Reinforced concrete
Loose bricks
Glass
4
Which factor most influences a region's climate?
Wind direction
Population density
Distance from equator
Soil type
5
What role does vegetation play in preventing erosion?
It increases water flow
Its roots hold soil in place
It loosens soil completely
It removes all water from soil
6
Which of these is a renewable energy source?
Oil
Natural gas
Solar power
Coal
7
How do riparian buffer zones help prevent pollution?
They filter out harmful substances
They block sunlight
They produce oxygen
They create shade
8
When are shadows typically the longest during a day?
Early morning and late afternoon
Only at sunset
Only at midnight
At noon
9
What is the main purpose of designing solutions for weather-related hazards?
To prevent all bad weather from occuring
To change the weather patterns completely
To make weather more predictable
To reduce the impact of severe weather on people and property
10
How are rock layers usually arranged from oldest to youngest?
Youngest on bottom
Side by side
Oldest on bottom
Random order
11
What percentage of Earth's water is salt water?
97%
50%
25%
75%
12
What is a good way to conserve water at home?
Watering plants at noon
Taking longer showers
Turning off taps while brushing teeth
Leaving the faucet running
13
Which sphere includes all living things on Earth?
Geosphere
Hydrosphere
Atmosphere
Biosphere
14
What type of map would be most useful for studying mountain ranges?
Climate map
Topographic map
Political map
Population density map

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