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Earth Science Review Day 1

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NC FE Earth Science Review

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1
Which is the most common contamination source for freshwater resources?
melting of glaciers
digging wells
runoff
lightning
2
Cracks in rocks widen as water in them freezes and thaws. How does this affect Earth's surface?
it exposes rocks to increased rates of erosion & weathering
It limits the exposure of rocks to acid precipitation
It reduces the rates of soil formation
it changes the chemical composition of the rocks
3
Which natural phenomenon occurs as a result of Earth rotating on its axis?
movement of tectonic plates
seasonal changes
day and night
deep ocean currents
4
How can urbanization affect a local area?
It can decrease the risk of water pollution in an area
It can decrease the need for natural resources in an area
It can increase the number of invasive species in an area
It can increase the risk of flooding in an area
5
Which will most likely form at a divergent plate boundary?
continental mountains
oceanic trench
continental rift
volcanic island arc