What Do You Know About Earth Science?

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    Which subdivision of Earth Science would study the following: - ProProfs

    Which subdivision of Earth Science would study the following:

    • Geology
    • Meteorology
    • Astronomy
    • Oceanography
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Earth science is a branch of science that helps us to know a lot about the planet we live in. According to the grade you are in, just how much knowledge do you have when it comes to this study and its various branches? Take up these quick quizzes and see just how well you will do. All the best!

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  • 2. 
    This picture would help explain the Nebular Hypothesis theory of the formation of the solar system - ProProfs

    This picture would help explain the Nebular Hypothesis theory of the formation of the solar system

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The given statement is true. A picture can indeed help explain the Nebular Hypothesis theory of the formation of the solar system. The Nebular Hypothesis suggests that the solar system formed from a giant rotating cloud of gas and dust called the solar nebula. This cloud collapsed under its own gravity, causing it to spin faster and flatten into a disk shape. In this disk, the Sun formed at the center, while the leftover material gradually came together to form planets, moons, and other celestial bodies. A picture can visually represent this process, making it easier to understand and visualize.

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    A scientist in _____________________________ would use this type of chart for their branch of Earth Science .   - ProProfs

    A scientist in _____________________________ would use this type of chart for their branch of Earth Science .  

    • Meteorology

    • Astronomy

    • Biology

    Correct Answer
    A. Meteorology
    Explanation
    A scientist in meteorology would use this type of chart for their branch of Earth Science. Meteorology is the study of the Earth's atmosphere and weather patterns. Charts are commonly used in meteorology to display and analyze data such as temperature, humidity, wind speed, and precipitation. These charts help meteorologists understand and predict weather patterns, which is crucial for forecasting and understanding climate change.

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    What is the study of the atmosphere and the processes that produce weather and climate?

    • Oceanography

    • Geology

    • Meteorology

    • Astronomy

    Correct Answer
    A. Meteorology
    Explanation
    Meteorology is the study of the atmosphere and the processes that produce weather and climate. It involves the examination of atmospheric conditions such as temperature, humidity, wind patterns, and precipitation, as well as the analysis of weather patterns and climate trends. Meteorologists use various tools and techniques to collect data and make predictions about future weather conditions. By understanding meteorology, scientists can better understand and predict weather phenomena, which is crucial for various sectors such as agriculture, transportation, and disaster management.

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    Which of the following is NOT one of the main branches of Earth Science?

    • Geology

    • Oceanography

    • Astrology

    • Astronomy

    Correct Answer
    A. Astrology
    Explanation
    Astrology is not one of the main branches of Earth Science because it is not a scientific discipline. While geology, oceanography, and astronomy are all branches of Earth Science that study different aspects of the Earth and its surrounding environment, astrology is a belief system that attempts to interpret human behavior and predict future events based on the positions and movements of celestial bodies. It is not based on scientific evidence or principles and is therefore not considered a main branch of Earth Science.

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    According to the nebular hypothesis, our solar system formed from a huge rotating cloud made  mostly of

    • Carbon and hydrogen

    • Helium and hydrogen

    • Oxygen and helium

    • Nitrogen and oxygen

    Correct Answer
    A. Helium and hydrogen
    Explanation
    The correct answer is helium and hydrogen. According to the nebular hypothesis, our solar system formed from a rotating cloud of gas and dust called the solar nebula. This cloud was primarily composed of hydrogen and helium, which are the two most abundant elements in the universe. Over time, gravity caused the cloud to collapse and form a spinning disk. The central region of this disk eventually became the Sun, while the outer regions coalesced to form planets, moons, and other celestial bodies.

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    Which subdivision of Earth Science would study the following  - ProProfs

    Which subdivision of Earth Science would study the following 

    • Geology

    • Oceanography

    • Meteorology

    • Astronomy

    Correct Answer
    A. Oceanography
    Explanation
    Oceanography is the subdivision of Earth Science that would study the following: geology, oceanography, meteorology, and astronomy. It specifically focuses on the study of the oceans, including their physical and chemical properties, the organisms that inhabit them, and the processes that occur within them.

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    The science of _______________________ is traditionally divided into two parts: physical and historical.

    Correct Answer
    geology
    Explanation
    Geology is the science that studies the Earth's physical structure and substance, its history, and the processes that act on it. It is divided into two main branches: physical geology, which focuses on the Earth's materials, processes, and structures, and historical geology, which examines the Earth's past and the changes that have occurred over time.

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    The inner planets (terrestrial planets) Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars were formed by _______________________.

    • Supernovas

    • Repeated collisions of asteroid-sized debris

    • Masses of cold hydrogen and helium

    • Collisions with large galaxies

    Correct Answer
    A. Repeated collisions of asteroid-sized debris
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "repeated collisions of asteroid-sized debris." This explanation suggests that the inner planets, Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars, were formed through a process in which asteroid-sized debris repeatedly collided and eventually came together to form these planets. This process is known as accretion, where smaller objects collide and stick together to form larger objects. This explanation aligns with current scientific understanding of planetary formation in our solar system.

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    A group of sciences called __________________ science deals with Earth and its neighbors in space.

    Correct Answer
    earth
    Earth
    Explanation
    The correct answer is earth, Earth. The group of sciences that deals with Earth and its neighbors in space is known as earth science. Earth science encompasses various disciplines such as geology, meteorology, oceanography, and astronomy, which study different aspects of the Earth and its interactions with other celestial bodies.

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