Unit 5 Multiple Choice Test

An upward fold in rock layers is called

A break in a rock is called a

Sharp, jagged peaks are a characteristic of mountains that are

Mountains formed from magma that pushes up rock layers are

Large, flat areas of Earth that are not far above sea level are

Any movement of magma inside Earth is

The deep pit at the top of a volcanic cone is a

A volcanic cone made up of alternating layers of lava and rock particles is a a. cinder cone. b. lava cone. c. shield cone. d. composite cone.

The place on Earth’s surface directly above the focus of an earthquake is the

A type of volcano caused by a quiet eruption is a

An instrument that is used to detect and measure earthquake waves is a

The Ring of Fire is a major earthquake and volcano zone that almost forms a ring around

On the Richter scale, earthquakes are given a number between

A large wave caused by an earthquake that occurs on the ocean floor is a a. crater. b. vent. c. caldera. d. tsunami.

Seismic waves that can move through solids, liquids, and gases are

The last waves to reach a seismograph are

What is meant by earthquake proof?

Explain how the epicenter of an earthquake is found.

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