Ocean, Atmosphere and Climate

Ocean, Atmosphere and Climate

Assessment

Flashcard

Science

6th Grade

Hard

NGSS
MS-ESS2-6, MS-PS3-3, MS-PS1-4

+3

Standards-aligned

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the ocean current that brings warm water from the equator towards the poles?

Back

Gulf Stream.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the process called when heat moves from a hot object to a cold object?

Back

Heat transfer.

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS3-3

NGSS.MS-PS3-4

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What direction do ocean currents generally flow in relation to the equator?

Back

From the equator towards the poles.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the effect of ocean currents on coastal air temperatures?

Back

Ocean currents can warm or cool the air above them, affecting coastal temperatures.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the term for the large-scale movement of water in the ocean?

Back

Ocean currents.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do ocean currents affect climate?

Back

They help distribute heat around the planet, influencing weather patterns.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the name of the current that flows off the coast of Florida?

Back

Gulf Stream.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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