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Distribution of Natural Resources

Quiz by Ms. Foskey

Grade 8
Science
Louisiana Student Standards

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  • Q1
    How does human activity significantly change the distribution of Earth's mineral resources?
    By removing and depleting resources faster than they can be replenished
    By preventing natural geological processes from occurring
    By evenly distributing resources across different regions
    By generating new minerals through industrial processes
    30s
    8-MS-ESS3-1
  • Q2
    Why are soil resources unevenly distributed across different regions of the Earth?
    Due to the varying rates of weathering and deposition of rock in different locations
    Since human activity always balances soil distribution
    Because soil is produced equally everywhere
    As a result of constant geological traps everywhere
    30s
    8-MS-ESS3-1
  • Q3
    Which resource is an example of uneven distribution due to past volcanic and hydrothermal activity?
    Metal ores
    Forests
    Natural gas
    Hydropower
    30s
    8-MS-ESS3-1
  • Q4
    Which of the following resources is most likely unevenly distributed due to past geological processes such as subduction zones?
    Groundwater
    Wind energy
    Solar energy
    Metal ores
    30s
    8-MS-ESS3-1
  • Q5
    What is a consequence of the uneven distribution of groundwater resources due to geological processes?
    Some regions have limited access to water for agriculture and daily use
    All areas have equal access to groundwater
    Groundwater is not influenced by geological processes
    Groundwater is evenly distributed by human intervention
    30s
    8-MS-ESS3-1
  • Q6
    What past geological process likely contributed to the uneven distribution of petroleum?
    Frequent river flooding
    The burial of organic marine sediments
    Continuous wind erosion
    Constant volcanic eruptions
    30s
    8-MS-ESS3-1
  • Q7
    Which past geological process is responsible for the formation of mineral deposits in subduction zones?
    Glacial melting
    Soil erosion
    Volcanic and hydrothermal activity
    Desertification
    30s
    8-MS-ESS3-1
  • Q8
    Why is the distribution of Earth's mineral and energy resources considered limited and non-renewable?
    Since they are continuously regenerated by human technology
    Due to their ability to be manufactured in unlimited quantities
    Because they are formed over millions of years and cannot quickly replenish
    Because they are evenly distributed and accessible anywhere
    30s
    8-MS-ESS3-1
  • Q9
    What factor contributes to the uneven distribution of soil resources in different regions?
    The local climate and rock type influencing weathering and deposition
    Universal tectonic plate movement
    Equally distributed volcanic activity
    Consistent availability of mineral ores
    30s
    8-MS-ESS3-1
  • Q10
    What geological process is most responsible for the formation of petroleum reserves in specific locations?
    Erosion of rock formations
    Wind and water erosion
    Volcanic eruptions and lava flow
    Burial of organic marine sediments and subsequent geologic traps
    30s
    8-MS-ESS3-1
  • Q11
    How do past volcanic and hydrothermal activities contribute to the uneven distribution of metal ores?
    They only affect the distribution of soil, not metal ores.
    Volcanic activity evenly distributes metal ores globally.
    These activities prevent the formation of any metal ore deposits.
    These activities bring minerals to the surface, forming concentrated deposits in specific areas.
    30s
    8-MS-ESS3-1
  • Q12
    Why is soil distribution uneven across the Earth's surface?
    Soil distribution is random and not influenced by natural processes.
    Human agriculture practices ensure even soil distribution.
    Soil is evenly spread because of global wind patterns.
    Soil distribution is affected by factors like weathering, erosion, and deposition which vary by region.
    30s
    8-MS-ESS3-1
  • Q13
    Why are underground aquifers primarily located in regions with permeable rock formations?
    Permeable rocks repel water, keeping it above ground.
    These regions have more rainfall than anywhere else.
    Permeable rocks allow water to flow through and be stored underground.
    Permeability causes the rocks to dissolve, creating aquifers.
    30s
    8-MS-ESS3-1
  • Q14
    Why are petroleum resources predominantly found in certain regions of the world?
    Petroleum is mainly found in desert regions due to high temperatures.
    Petroleum forms in areas where organic marine sediments were buried and later transformed in geological traps.
    Regions with high winds are more likely to have petroleum.
    Petroleum is equally distributed globally due to ocean currents.
    30s
    8-MS-ESS3-1
  • Q15
    What natural process is primarily responsible for the formation of petroleum resources in certain areas?
    The constant erosion of coastal cliffs.
    The burial of organic marine sediments under layers of sedimentary rock.
    Frequent volcanic eruptions in the region.
    The rapid cooling of lava on the ocean floor.
    30s
    8-MS-ESS3-1

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