Our World: Explore the Earth's Structure, Features, and Environments

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a continent?

Accepted Answer

Pacific Ocean

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Asia

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Antarctica

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Europe

Question 2

Which climate zone on Earth is the warmest?

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Tropical

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Polar

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Temperate

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Mediterranean

Question 3

Which continent is the biggest?

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Asia

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Europe

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Africa

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North America

Question 4

Which ocean is the largest on Earth?

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Pacific Ocean

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Atlantic Ocean

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Indian Ocean

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Southern Ocean

Question 5

Imagine the Earth is like a ball, cut into two equal halves. What is the name of the imaginary line that divides these halves?

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Equator

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North Pole

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Prime Meridian

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Tropic of Cancer

Question 6

Which part of the Earth is NOT a layer?

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Atmosphere

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Crust

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Mantle

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Core

Question 7

Which layer of the Earth is liquid?

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The outer core

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The crust

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The mantle

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The inner core

Question 8

Which layer of the Earth is made up of gases and surrounds our planet?

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Atmosphere

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Crust

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Mantle

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Inner Core

Question 9

Which of these is NOT a real continent on Earth?

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Atlantis

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Asia

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Antarctica

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Europe

Question 10

Which layer is NOT part of the Earth's atmosphere?

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Asthenosphere

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Troposphere

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Stratosphere

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Mesosphere

Question 11

Which of these is NOT a continent?

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United Kingdom

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Europe

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Antarctica

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Asia

Question 12

Which part is NOT a layer within the Earth's structure?

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Atmosphere

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Crust

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Mantle

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Core

Question 13

Which layer is NOT part of the Earth's atmosphere?

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Lithosphere

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Troposphere

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Stratosphere

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Mesosphere

Question 14

Which layer of Earth's atmosphere contains the ozone layer that shields us from harmful UV rays?

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Stratosphere

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Troposphere

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Mesosphere

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Exosphere

Question 15

Which imaginary line runs parallel to the Equator and helps us measure how far north or south a place is?

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Latitude

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Prime Meridian

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Equator

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Tropic of Cancer

Question 16

Which ocean is the largest in the world?

Accepted Answer

Pacific Ocean

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Atlantic Ocean

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Indian Ocean

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Arctic Ocean

Question 17

Imagine the Earth as a layered ball. Which of these options shows the correct order of the layers, starting from the outside and moving towards the center?

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Crust, Mantle, Core

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Core, Mantle, Crust

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Mantle, Crust, Core

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Crust, Core, Mantle

Question 18

Which feature is typical of a tropical rainforest climate?

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Very high rainfall throughout the year

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Hot temperatures only during summer

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Very low humidity levels

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Distinct wet and dry seasons

Question 19

Which layer of the Earth's structure is NOT solid?

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Atmosphere

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Crust

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Mantle

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Core

Question 20

Which of these is a country, not a continent?

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The United States of America

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Europe

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Antarctica

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Asia

Question 21

Which of these is NOT an ocean?

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Caspian Sea

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Pacific Ocean

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Atlantic Ocean

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Indian Ocean

Question 22

Which imaginary line on a map runs parallel to the equator and is used to measure distances north and south of it?

Accepted Answer

Latitude

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Tropic of Capricorn

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Prime Meridian

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Equator

Question 23

Which imaginary line splits the Earth into two equal halves, creating the Northern and Southern hemispheres?

Accepted Answer

Equator

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Prime Meridian

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Tropic of Cancer

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Tropic of Capricorn

Question 24

Which imaginary line circles the middle of the Earth and measures distances north and south of it?

Accepted Answer

Equator

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Prime Meridian

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Tropic of Cancer

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International Date Line

Question 25

Which characteristic is unique to a tropical rainforest climate?

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A wide variety of plant and animal species adapted to the warm, humid climate

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Very dry conditions with little rain and few plants

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Very low temperatures and snowy weather all year round

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Long, hot summers and short, chilly winters

Question 26

Which part of the world is famous for its dense green plants, a huge variety of animals and plants, and warm weather all year round because of lots of rain?

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Tropical Rainforest

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Desert

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Tundra

Question 27

If you could float above Earth and look down on it from space, which layer of Earth's atmosphere would protect you from the Sun's harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays?

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Stratosphere

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Troposphere

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Mesosphere

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Thermosphere

Question 28

Which continent is the biggest, covering about one-third of the Earth's land?

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Asia

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Europe

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North America

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Africa

Question 29

Which of these is NOT a layer of the Earth's structure?

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Atmosphere

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Crust

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Mantle

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Core

Question 30

Which region is famous for its distinctive wildlife, including animals like kangaroos and koalas?

Accepted Answer

Australian Outback

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Amazon Rainforest

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Sahara Desert

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Himalayan Mountains

Question 31

What's the difference between weather and climate? Give examples to explain your answer.

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Weather is the short-term, day-to-day conditions of the atmosphere, while climate is the long-term average of weather conditions in a place.

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Weather is the long-term average of weather conditions in a place, while climate is the short-term, day-to-day conditions.

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Climate is the short-term, day-to-day conditions of the atmosphere, while weather is the long-term average of weather conditions in a place.

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Weather and climate are the same thing.

Question 32

What is plate tectonics and how does it affect the Earth's surface?

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Plate tectonics involves the movement of large pieces of the Earth's crust, which creates mountains and moves continents.

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Plate tectonics is the movement of the Earth's atmosphere, which affects weather and climate.

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Plate tectonics is the spinning of the Earth, which causes day and night.

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Plate tectonics has little effect on the Earth's surface and mainly affects the deep ocean floor.

Question 33

Which mountain range in Asia separates the Indian subcontinent from Central Asia and influences their climates?

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Himalayan Mountains

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Andes Mountains

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Rocky Mountains

Question 34

How do oceans play a role in regulating the Earth's climate and supporting marine life?

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Oceans absorb and store heat, helping to regulate temperatures.

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Oceans release oxygen and absorb carbon dioxide, contributing to the atmosphere.

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Oceans provide habitats for a variety of marine species.

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Oceans have no significant role in regulating the Earth's climate or supporting marine life.

Question 35

What is a defining feature of a tropical rainforest?

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Thick plant growth and a wide range of species

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Limited rainfall and high temperatures

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Cold temperatures and rocky ground

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Low humidity and strong winds

Question 36

Which of these activities releases harmful gases into the air, contributing to climate change?

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Driving a car

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Walking to school

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Using a computer

Question 37

Which river is the longest in the world, flowing through several countries in Africa?

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Nile River

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Amazon River

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Mississippi River

Question 38

How do the climates of coastal areas differ from those of inland areas?

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Coastal areas are usually warmer and receive more rainfall than inland areas.

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Inland areas are usually windier than coastal areas.

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Coastal areas receive less rainfall than inland areas.

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There is no significant difference in climate between coastal and inland areas.

Question 39

How do unsustainable farming practices like cutting down forests, overgrazing, and using too many chemicals harm our planet and its people?

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They can cause animals and plants to disappear, wash away soil, and make floods worse.

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They can lead to more food, less hunger, and more jobs.

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They can reduce greenhouse gases, clean up the environment, and make ecosystems healthier.

Question 40

Which energy source is the most eco-friendly and sustainable?

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Wind

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Coal

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Nuclear

Question 41

Which of these is a non-renewable energy source?

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Coal

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Sunlight

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Wind

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Water in a dam

Question 42

What are the main threats to endangered species, and what international organizations are working to protect them?

Accepted Answer

Habitat loss, overexploitation, pollution, climate change; CITES, IUCN Red List, conservation treaties

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Climate change, pollution, invasive species; CITES, conservation treaties

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Habitat loss, overexploitation, climate change; conservation treaties

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Pollution, invasive species, climate change; CITES, conservation treaties

Question 43

What does sustainability mean and why is it important for our planet's future?

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Using resources wisely without harming the environment for future generations.

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Protecting only animals.

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Not important for countries that are not rich.

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Has nothing to do with climate change.

Question 44

Which of these is NOT a layer of the Earth's structure?

Accepted Answer

Atmosphere

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Crust

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Mantle

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Core

Question 45

What is the name of the imaginary line that divides the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres?

Accepted Answer

Equator

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Tropic of Cancer

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Prime Meridian

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Tropic of Capricorn

Question 46

Which of these does NOT affect climate?

Accepted Answer

Number of people living in an area

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Distance from the sea

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Latitude

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Altitude

Question 47

Which of these is a renewable energy source?

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Solar power

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Coal

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Natural gas

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Petroleum

Question 48

What is the name of the largest ocean in the world?

Accepted Answer

Pacific Ocean

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Atlantic Ocean

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Indian Ocean

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Arctic Ocean

Question 49

What is the process by which water moves through the Earth's surface and underground?

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Hydrological cycle

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Erosion

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Deposition

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Weathering

Question 50

Which of these is a major mountain range in Europe?

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Alps

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Andes Mountains

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Himalayas

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Rocky Mountains

Question 51

What is the name of the imaginary line that divides the Earth into the Eastern and Western Hemispheres?

Accepted Answer

Prime Meridian

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Tropic of Cancer

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Equator

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Tropic of Capricorn

Question 52

Which of these is NOT a characteristic of a desert environment?

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Lots of rainfall

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Dry climate

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Sparse vegetation

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Extreme temperatures

Question 53

What is the name of the imaginary line that divides the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres?

Accepted Answer

Equator

Answer

Prime Meridian

Answer

Tropic of Cancer

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International Date Line

Question 54

Which continent is known as the 'Land Down Under'?

Accepted Answer

Australia

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Asia

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Africa

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Antarctica

Question 55

What is the main reason we experience day and night?

Accepted Answer

Rotation of the Earth

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Revolution of the Earth

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Sun's movement around the Earth

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Moon's movement around the Earth

Question 56

Which of the following is a characteristic of a tropical rainforest climate?

Accepted Answer

High temperatures and heavy rainfall year-round

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Cold winters and hot summers

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Mild temperatures and moderate rainfall

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Hot and dry conditions

Question 57

What is the term for the process by which water changes from a liquid to a gas?

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Evaporation

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Condensation

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Precipitation

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Sublimation

Question 58

Which of the following is classified as a renewable resource?

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Wood

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Oil

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Coal

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Natural gas

Question 59

What is the name of the instrument used to measure wind speed?

Accepted Answer

Anemometer

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Barometer

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Thermometer

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Rain gauge

Question 60

Which climate zone is characterized by frigid temperatures, abundant snowfall, and towering evergreen trees?

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Polar

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Tropical

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Temperate

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Arid

Question 61

Which mountain range in Europe is famous for its tall, pointy peaks, large glaciers, and popularity for winter sports?

Accepted Answer

Alps

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Andes

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Himalayas

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Rocky Mountains

Question 62

Which of these plays a crucial role in controlling Earth's temperature, supporting sea creatures, and affecting weather patterns worldwide?

Accepted Answer

Oceans

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Mountains

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Deserts

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Forests

Question 63

Which of these is **not** a layer of the Earth's atmosphere?

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Hydrosphere

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Troposphere

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Stratosphere

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Mesosphere

Question 64

What does sustainable development mean?

Accepted Answer

Using resources now without harming the ability of future generations to use them.

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Using up all of Earth's resources as fast as we can.

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Protecting the environment even if it means people suffer.