The picture below shows a soil texture triangle. One farmer plans to grow soybean. Soybeans grow best in medium loam soil. Which of these is the most likely soil sample that the farmer would select to grow soybeans? (4 points)

Minerals are generally (4 points)

One student made the incomplete diagram shown below to represent the relationship between magma, igneous rocks, and metamorphic rocks. Which of these is the correct next step to complete the diagram? (4 points)

Mining activities can help acquire minerals like coal, which provide energy. However, mining activities are also harmful for the environment. The table below shows the number of major sinkholes formed in a mining location from 1990 to 1998.   Years Number of sinkholes 1990 15 1992 18 1994 20 1996 58 1998 78 Based on the table, which of the following is the most likely time frame when mining operations were started in the location? (4 points)

The chart below shows the major types of minerals mined in the United States and Australia. Country Major types of minerals United States coal, iron, silver, copper, oil Australia iron, oil, uranium, silver, lead, zinc, bauxite, coal, copper, gold Based on the chart, what percent of the major types of minerals mined in Australia are also mined in the United States? (4 points)

Diana observed that the plants in her garden were not growing well due to poor soil conditions. She tested the soil and used the soil triangle shown below to conclude that if sand is added to the soil, it will become balanced with 33% sand, 33% clay, and 33% silt. Which of these was most likely the original type of soil on Diana’s garden? (4 points)

The pictures below show two processes. Which of these statements is correct about the processes shown in the pictures? (4 points)

The diagram below shows a portion of the rock cycle. At what location in the diagram is marble most likely formed? (4 points)

Diana observed that the plants in her garden were not growing well due to poor soil conditions. She tested the soil and used the soil triangle shown below to conclude that if sand is added to the soil, it will become balanced with 33% sand, 33% clay, and 33% silt. Which of these was most likely the original type of soil on Diana’s garden? (4 points)

Evaluate the statement: “Environmental laws are inherently in conflict with economic development.”