
Evidence of Earth's changes Pt.II 7.10A
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Katarina Peralez
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Multiple Choice
One piece of evidence that supports the Theory of Plate Tectonics is found in the observation of rocks on either side of the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, shown in the picture provided. Plate Tectonic theory is supported because as you move out form the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, the rocks -
have higher iron content.
become thicker and thicker.
are increasingly older.
are made of smaller particles.
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Labelling
Type question here including an
tectonic plates
Pangea
continental drift
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Labelling
complete the graphic organizer below by dragging the correct terms to the boxes.
5 continents
2 continents
Glossopteris
stayed the same
once formed pangea
Mesosaurus
1 continent
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Labelling
Drag the terms to the rock layer it corresponds to.
new
oldest
old
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Multiple Choice
How does the principle of superposition help scientists understand the history of Earth?
It shows that older layers of rock are found above younger layers.
It indicates that younger layers of rock are found above older layers.
It suggests that all rock layers are the same age.
It proves that fossils are only found in the oldest rock layers.
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Multiple Choice
Which of the following is a piece of evidence supporting the theory of plate tectonics?
The presence of similar fossils on different continents.
The uniform distribution of earthquakes around the world.
The consistent climate across all continents.
The identical rock formations found only in the Northern Hemisphere.
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What reasoning supports the idea that fossils provide evidence of Earth's changes over time?
Fossils are only found in volcanic rocks.
Fossils show that the same species have always existed on Earth.
Fossils indicate that different species lived in different geological periods.
Fossils are randomly distributed without any pattern.
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How can the movement of tectonic plates affect the distribution of fossils?
It causes fossils to dissolve in water.
It can move fossils from one continent to another.
It prevents fossils from forming.
It ensures fossils remain in their original location.
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What is the significance of finding marine fossils on mountain tops?
It suggests that mountains were once underwater.
It indicates that marine life can survive on land.
It proves that mountains are older than oceans.
It shows that marine fossils are not reliable evidence.
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How does the concept of continental drift support the theory of plate tectonics?
It explains why continents have always been in their current positions.
It suggests that continents are static and do not move.
It provides evidence that continents have moved over geological time.
It shows that continents are shrinking over time.
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What role does the fossil record play in understanding Earth's geological history?
It shows that all species appeared at the same time.
It provides evidence of the evolution and extinction of species.
It indicates that species have never changed.
It suggests that fossils are not useful for studying Earth's history.
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Why is the study of plate boundaries important in understanding Earth's changes over time?
Plate boundaries are irrelevant to Earth's changes.
Plate boundaries help predict weather patterns.
Plate boundaries are sites of significant geological activity.
Plate boundaries are only found in oceanic regions.
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What evidence from rock formations supports the theory of plate tectonics?
Rock formations are identical across all continents.
Similar rock formations are found on continents that were once connected.
Rock formations are only found in the ocean.
Rock formations do not provide any evidence for plate tectonics.
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How does the concept of superposition help in dating fossils?
It suggests that all fossils are the same age.
It helps determine the relative age of fossils based on their depth in rock layers.
It indicates that fossils cannot be dated.
It shows that fossils are older than the rock layers they are found in.
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How does the presence of similar fossils on different continents support the theory of continental drift?
It suggests that continents have always been separate.
It indicates that continents were once connected and have drifted apart.
It shows that fossils can travel across oceans.
It proves that fossils are not reliable evidence.
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What does the study of ancient climates through fossils tell us about Earth's history?
Earth's climate has always been the same.
Earth's climate has changed over time, affecting species distribution.
Earth's climate is not related to fossil evidence.
Earth's climate changes are only recent phenomena.
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How does the concept of plate tectonics explain the formation of mountain ranges?
Mountain ranges form only due to erosion.
Mountain ranges form when tectonic plates collide and push upwards.
Mountain ranges are unrelated to tectonic activity.
Mountain ranges form only in oceanic regions.
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