EES Final Exam Review

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What is a divergent plate boundary?

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A divergent plate boundary is where two tectonic plates move away from each other, often resulting in the formation of new crust, such as mid-ocean ridges.

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What causes the seasons on Earth?

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The seasons are caused by Earth's tilt on its axis and its revolution around the Sun, leading to varying angles of sunlight throughout the year.

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What does the flow of arrows in a food chain represent?

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The arrows in a food chain represent the energy flow through an ecosystem, showing how energy is transferred from producers to consumers.

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What is the Coriolis effect?

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The Coriolis effect is the deflection of moving objects, such as air, caused by the rotation of the Earth, influencing weather patterns and storm rotation.

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What happens in the southern hemisphere when it is summer in the northern hemisphere?

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When it is summer in the northern hemisphere, it is winter in the southern hemisphere due to the tilt of Earth's axis.

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What is a convergent plate boundary?

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A convergent plate boundary is where two tectonic plates collide, leading to the formation of mountains, earthquakes, or volcanic activity.

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What is a transform plate boundary?

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A transform plate boundary is where two tectonic plates slide past each other horizontally, often causing earthquakes.

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How does Earth's tilt affect climate?

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Earth's tilt affects climate by changing the angle and intensity of sunlight received at different latitudes, leading to seasonal variations.

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What is the role of producers in an ecosystem?

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Producers, such as plants, convert sunlight into energy through photosynthesis, forming the base of the food chain.

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What are herbivores?

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Herbivores are animals that primarily eat plants and are the first level of consumers in a food chain.