Lithosphere

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1
Which term refers to the semi-rigid part of the upper mantle that can flow slowly under pressure?
  • Asthenosphere
  • Continental crust
  • Inner core
  • Lithosphere
2
Which type of rock is commonly associated with solidified magma and lava?
  • Igneous rock
  • Metamorphic rock
  • Organic rock
  • Sedimentary rock
3
Which type of rock is characterized by layers of sedimentary materials and may contain fossils?
  • Igneous rock
  • Mafic rock
  • Metamorphic rock
  • Sedimentary rock
4
Which term refers to rocks that have been altered by heat, pressure, or chemical changes?
  • Clastic rocks
  • Igneous rocks
  • Metamorphic rocks
  • Volcanic rocks
5
Which term describes a silicate mineral or igneous rock rich in magnesium and iron?
  • Foliation
  • Lithification
  • Mafic
  • Recrystallization
6
Which term refers to the layered arrangement of crystals commonly found in metamorphic rocks?
  • Cementation
  • Compaction
  • Foliation
  • Weathering
7
Which term refers to the conversion of loose sediments into solid sedimentary rock?
  • Erosion
  • Foliation
  • Lithification
  • Recrystallization
8
Which term refers to the mixture of mineral and organic materials that supports plant life?
  • Humus
  • Sediment
  • Soil
  • Parent material
9
What is the technical term for the formation and development of soil?
  • Lithification
  • Pedogenesis
  • Percolation
  • Weathering
10
Which term refers to the breakdown of rocks into smaller pieces through physical, chemical, or biological agents?
  • Compaction
  • Erosion
  • Infiltration
  • Weathering
11
What is a soil profile?
  • The vertical section of soil showing distinct horizontal layers
  • The relative proportions of sand, silt, and clay
  • The amount of water retained by soil
  • The arrangement of soil particles into aggregates
12
Which standard system is used to determine soil color?
  • Beaufort Scale
  • Mohs Scale
  • Munsell Color Chart
  • Richter Scale
13
Which term refers to nutrients that plants need in greater quantities for optimal growth?
  • Macronutrients
  • Micronutrients
  • Minerals
  • Organic matter
14
Which of the following is classified as a micronutrient essential for plant growth?
  • Nitrogen
  • Phosphorus
  • Potassium
  • Zinc
15
This term refers to the soil’s natural
ability to function
  • Ability
  • Inherent
  • Niche
  • Potential
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