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LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEETS

SCIENCE 9
THIRD QUARTER

Directions: Read each item carefully. Write the letter of the correct answer.

1. Which best describes a volcano?

A. An opening in Earth's mantle through which molten rock, rock fragments, and hot
gases erupt.
B. Volcanoes are often cone-shaped, formed when molten magma forces its way
through a crack in the crust.
C. A volcano is a hole in the Earth's crust through which lava, steam, and ashes are
expelled
D. A weak spot in the Earth's crust where magma comes to the surface.

2. What are the external part of a volcano?

A. summit- slope- base C. slope- crater-base
B. summit-crater- slope D. slope- magma chamber- base

3. What type of volcano is the most common and are usually small with steep sides, bowl - shaped crater?
A. Cinder B. Shield C. Composite D. Stratovolcano

4. Mayon Volcano is beautifully symmetrical, has steep upper slopes, cone-shaped and is made up of
layers of hardened lava and rock fragments. What type of volcano is Mount Mayon?
A. Cinder B. Shield C. Composite D. Stratovolcano

5. What do you call those volcanoes that have records of eruption within 10,000 years?
A. Active Volcanoes C. Dormant Volcanoes
B. Inactive Volcanoes D. Huge Volcanoes

6. An active volcano that is not erupting but is deemed to erupt again

A. Extinct B. Inactive C. Dormant D. Active

7. Which of the following are active volcanoes?

I. Mayon in Albay
II. Taal in Batangas
III. Pinatubo in Pampanga
IV. Urot in Sulu
A. I and II only B. I, II, and III only C. II and III only D. I, II, and IV only

8. Which is an inactive volcano?

A. Mt. Mayon B. Mt. Kanlaon C. Mt. Bagacay D. Mt. Pinatubo

9. How is magma formed?

A. Magma forms when rocks reach temperatures high enough to melt them.
B. Magma is found deep below the surface of the earth and erupt from the vent.
C. Magma are materials placed in huge pressure.
D. Magma is cooled lava that flows on the sides of the volcano.
10. What makes the eruption unique is the chemical composition of the magma that feeds a volcano, what
are the materials contained in magma?
A. lava, vapors & ashes C. liquid rocks, minerals & dissolved gases
B. bombs, lumps & gases D. molten rocks, gases & ashes
11. How does temperature and composition of the magma affects its viscosity?
I. The higher the temperature of the magma, the lower its viscosity.
II. Magmas with high silica content are more viscous than with less silica content.
III. The lower the temperature of magma, the higher its viscosity.
IV. Magmas with low silica content are less viscous than with less silica content.

A. I & II B. II & IV C. III & IV D. I & IV

12. Why do volcanoes erupt differently?
A. Volcanoes erupt differently because huge pressure is placed on the magma.
B. Volcanoes erupt differently because of the melting of earth's mantle.
C. Volcanoes erupt differently because magma varies in its composition.
D. Volcanoes erupt differently because rocks reach its highest temperature
differently.
13. How will you describe the magma released during a phreatic or hydrothermal volcanic eruption?
A. It has a low viscosity C. It is a flowing basaltic magma
B. It carries large rocks and sediments D. It carries a lot of water

14. Which sequence is true for volcanic eruption?

I. Huge pressure is placed on the magma when it is deep underground.
II. Lava and gas then erupt from the vent.
III. Some lava cools but some flows down the sides of the volcano.
IV. When the magma rises through a volcano's vent, pressure is released.

A. I, II, III, & IV B. I, IV, II, & III C. I, III, IV, & II D. I, II, IV, & III

15. Mt. Pinatubo in Zambales delivered an explosive eruption in 1991 releasing volcanic materials with
very low viscosity traveling with high speed along its slope causing too much damage in the surrounding
area. What type of volcanic eruption does the 1991 Mt. Pinatubo eruption can be classified?
A. Volcanian B. Strombolian C. Plinian D. Phreatic

16. Volcanoes release different materials during an eruption that could bring danger to living organisms.
Which of the following shows the correct list of volcanic materials released during eruptions?
A. Volcanic gas, pyroclastic materials, lava C. Volcanic gas, lava, mud flow
B. Pyroclastic materials, lahar flow, water D. Pyroclastic materials, lava, lahar flow

17. Material emission of a volcanic eruption greatly affects living things. Which of the following event/s
is/are considered primary effects of material emission of a volcano?
I. Lahar flow II. Lateral Blast III. Ash Fall IV. Flood V. Lava Flow

A. I, II, III B. II, III, V C. III, IV, V D. IV, I, V

18. Despite the destructive effects of a volcanic eruption, volcanoes can also be beneficial to living things
by being a natural source of energy. What type of energy can be harness directly from a volcano?
A. Solar energy B. Chemical energy C. Electrical energy D. Geothermal energy

19. Increased amount of gases on top of the crater indicated that a volcano is about to erupt. Which among
these gases are emitted during volcanic eruption?
A. Carbon dioxide and sulfur dioxide C. carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide
B. Carbon monoxide and sulfur dioxide D. Sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxide

20. What makes Mt. Mayon a good source of geothermal energy?

A. Because it is an active stratovolcano
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C. Because it’s a dormant stratovolcano
D. Because it’s a dormant caldera volcano

21. Active volcanoes are scattered along the Philippine archipelago, which can be good sources of
geothermal energy. Which of these volcanoes can supply geothermal energy in Mindanao?
A. Mt. Hibok-hibok B. Mt. Bulusan C. Mt. Iraya D. Mt. Mayon

Refer to Figure 1 for questions 22-24

https://www.google.com/search?q=diagram+flow+of+energy+in+geothermal+power+plant

22. Which part of the geothermal power plant transforms geothermal energy to mechanical energy?
A. Turbines B. Generator C. Cooling Tower D. Steam Compartment

23. How does geothermal energy transformed into electrical energy?

I. The steam spins a turbine, which is connected to a generator that produces
electricity.
II. Hot water is pumped from deep underground through a well under high pressure.
III. When the water reaches the surface, the pressure is dropped, which causes the
water to turn into steam.
IV. The cooled water is pumped back into the Earth to begin the process again.
V. The steam cools off in a cooling tower and condenses back to water.

A. II, III, I, V, IV B. II, I, III, V, IV C.I, II, III, IV, V D. III, I, II, V ,IV

24. Which of the following shows the energy conversion in a geothermal power plant?
A. Geothermal energy – chemical energy- electrical energy
B. Geothermal energy – mechanical energy – electrical energy
C. Geothermal energy – potential energy- kinetic energy
D. Geothermal energy- kinetic energy- potential energy

25. What makes geothermal energy harnessed from volcanoes a good source of energy?
A. It requires high maintenance of pipelines and turbine
B. It releases its extra heat in the environment
. C. It is a renewable source of energy
D. It is depleted over time.
26. How can people tell whether there is an impending volcanic eruption?
I. There is an increase steaming activity in the volcano
II. Crater glow due to the presence of magma near the crater
III. Occurrence of volcanic tremors
A. I only B. I and II only C.III only D. I, II, III
27. What precautionary measures should be done when there is an impending volcanic eruption in the
area?
A. Residents living with in the announced danger zones should evacuate to a safe
area
B. Continue with the farming activity while the volcano is not yet erupting
C. Enjoy mountaineering activity while the volcano is active for added excitement

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 D. Climb near the crater to watch the oozing magma.
28. How can we minimize the effect of a volcanic eruption?
A. Avoid areas with active volcanoes
B. Build infrastructure near active volcanoes
C. Follow precautionary measures advised by local officials
D. Do not listen to the warnings released by authority regarding the volcanic activity
29. What is the difference between weather and climate?
A. Weather is the average condition of the atmosphere while climate is the day-to-
day condition in the atmosphere
B. Weather is the day-to-day condition of the atmosphere while climate is the average of all-weather
conditions
C. Weather is the atmospheric condition over a long period while climate is the
condition over short period
D. Weather and climate are both atmospheric condition for a long period.
30. Why do mountain climbers wear jackets and thick clothes when they go up the mountain?
A. To prevent their skin from getting sun burned
B. To avoid insect bites as they travel up the mountain
C. To follow the latest fashion trend
D. To keep them warm in the colder temperature up the mountain
31. How do the altitude of a place affects the climate on the area?
A. The higher the altitude, the colder the climate
B. The lower the altitude, the lower the temperature
C. The higher the altitude, the warmer the climate
D. The altitude does not affect the climate of the area

32. Why does cloud formation disappear as the air moves slowly towards the leeward side of a mountain?
A. The air condenses as it moves to the leeward mountains
B. The amount of water vapor is not enough
C. The temperature becomes lower
D. There is too much water vapor.
33. The West Australian Current is an ocean current that flows from the pole towards the equator. How do
this ocean current affect landmasses like the southwestern part of Singapore and Australia?
A. It causes warm climate in the area C. It brings heavy rain in the area
B. It causes cold climate in the area D. It brings drought in the area

34. Which global phenomena is characterized by an over-all increase in atmospheric temperature that
causes a series of other environmental problems?
A. Flooding B. Earthquake C. Global Warming D. La Nina
35. When does greenhouse effect happen?
A. Greenhouse gases on the surface absorb heat from the atmosphere
B. Greenhouse gases on the surface absorb heat from the earth’s interior
C. Greenhouse gases in the atmosphere absorb heat from the outer space
D. Greenhouse gases in the lower atmosphere absorb heat from the earth’s surface
36. What will happen if there is too much carbon dioxide in the atmosphere?
A. The atmosphere will become cooler
B. The splitting of carbon dioxide will produce more oxygen
C. Increased amount of water vapor in the atmosphere causing the temperature to
rise
D. Increased in precipitate due to the large amount of water vapor in the
atmosphere
37. How can we decrease the amount of carbon dioxide in the air?
A. Avoid burning fossil fuels.
B. Use spray paints and other pressurized containers
C. Continue to throw garbage in an open landfill
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38. Which is TRUE about greenhouse effect and global warming?
I. Greenhouse effect is the process wherein greenhouse gases traps the heat on the earth’s surface
II. Global warming is a result of too much heat trapped in the atmosphere causing an increase in the
over-all global temperature
III. Global warming causes the occurrence of other environmental phenomena like El Nino and La
Nina
A. I only B. II only C. III only D. I, II, III
39. Too much greenhouse gases in the atmosphere traps heat in the earth’s surface. Which of the following
activities contributes in the release of greenhouses gases?
A. Washing of clothes in the river. C. Cutting of trees in the forest
B. Burning of solid waste in landfills D. Plowing of fields using traditional farming
40. Which of the following is one of the direct effects of global warming?
A. Soil erosion B. Flooding C. Climate Change D. Deforestation

41. How do El Nino affect the climate of certain areas?

A. It carries warm current flow causing the warming of landmasses and drought in
affected areas
B. It carries warm current flow increasing the precipitate and lowering of temperature
in the affected areas
C. It carries cold current flow causing the warming of landmasses and drought in
affected areas
D. It carries cold current flow increasing the precipitate and lowering of temperature
in the affected areas
42. How do El Nino and La Nina affect the global climate?
A. It has no visible effect in the global climate
B. It changes the existing pattern of global climate
C. It brings calamity on the regions it affects
D. It keeps the same pattern of climate over the years
43. What is the purpose of grouping starts to form constellations?
A. So that it can be used in predicting the future
B. So that travelers can use them in navigation
C. To help scientist easily name the vast amount of stars
D. To help astronomers keep track of the movement and location of stars
44. Which pair of constellations is located in the Northern Hemisphere?
A. Big Dipper-Small Dipper C. Southern Cross- Small Dipper
B. Big Dipper-Centaurus D. Southern Cross –Centaurus
45. The Polaris or the Northern Star helps navigators in identifying the direction for it remain in its
position in the north. Polaris is the brightest star belonging to what constellation?
A. Ursa Major B. Ursa Minor C. Pegasus D. Centurion
46. Why do stars appear to move in the night sky?
A. Because the stars are rotating around the earth
B. Because the stars are moving in space every millions of years
C. Because the earth is rotating in its axis
D. Because the earth is rotating in its axis while revolving on its orbit
47. Which is TRUE about the position of a constellation in the course of a night?
A. The constellation fades by the late evening
B. The constellation increases in number later in the evening
C. The constellation seems to change in position throughout the night
D. The constellation stays on a specific position throughout the night
48. Why are some constellation present only on a particular month or time of the year?
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B. It is only form during that particular time of the year
C It is the time when the earth stops from rotating in its axis allowing the constellation
to be seen
E. It is the time when the earth is positioned on specific angle allowing the
constellation to be seen

49. The group of stars forms the particular pattern in the right. What constellation
does it resembles?
A. Big Dipper B. Small Dipper C. Orion D. Virgo

50. This particular constellation is very visible in the evening sky in the month of February resembling a
hunting dog following Orion.
A. Canis Major B. Aquila C. Ursa Minor D. Ursa Major