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The Sun's rays hit the blades, and the device spins.The device is powered by what energy?

Which of the following is a step in the process of cloud formation?

Earth Science Virginia SOL 8th Grade Review

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1
Which of the following is a step in the process of cloud formation?
Expansion of cold air
Condensation of water vapor
Formation of carbon dioxide
Breakdown of atmospheric ozone
2
The Sun's rays hit the blades, and the device spins.The device is powered by what energy?
geothermal
solar
wind
electrical
3
Earth is different from the other planets in our solar system because it -
orbits a star
has oceans and lakes
majority the mass of solar system
has collided with meteorites
4
Two sources of energy that are renewable and available in Virginia are -
natural gas and wind power
petroleum and solar power
wind power and solar power
coal and hydropower
5
Which of the following is a nonrenewable energy source?
Fossil fuel
Solar collector
Wind turbine
Hydroelectric generator
6
Which of the following best describes why the Moon orbits Earth?
The distance the Moon and Earth are from the Sun
The winds generated on Earth by the energy of the Sun
The gravitational attraction between the Moon and Earth
The energy reflected from the surface of Earth
7
What is one advantage of using a hydroelectric plant?
It has little effect on water flow.
It has little effect on wildlife.
It provides renewable energy.
It is expensive to build.
8
During which phase does the Moon receive sunlight only on the side facing away from Earth?
Waning gibbous
Waxing gibbous
New Moon
Full Moon