PMA #2 Review

Front

What is conduction?

Back

Conduction is the transfer of heat through direct contact between materials. For example, when you hold a bowl of hot soup, the heat from the soup warms your hands through conduction.

Front

What is the primary source of energy that creates winds?

Back

The primary source of energy that creates winds is the sun. It heats the Earth's surface, causing air to move and create wind.

Front

Where does most precipitation occur and why?

Back

Most precipitation occurs at the equator because warmer temperatures cause more evaporation, leading to more clouds and rain.

Front

What are the different types of precipitation?

Back

Rain, sleet, snow, and hail are all types of precipitation, which is any form of water that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface.

Front

What causes deep ocean currents?

Back

Deep ocean currents are caused by differences in temperature and salinity in the ocean water.

Front

What is evaporation?

Back

Evaporation is the process by which water changes from a liquid to a gas, usually due to heat.

Front

What is condensation?

Back

Condensation is the process by which water vapor in the air cools and changes back into liquid water, forming clouds.

Front

What is the water cycle?

Back

The water cycle is the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth, including processes like evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

Front

What is salinity?

Back

Salinity is the measure of the amount of salt dissolved in water, which can affect water density and ocean currents.

Front

What is the difference between weather and climate?

Back

Weather refers to the short-term atmospheric conditions in a specific place at a specific time, while climate refers to the long-term average of weather patterns in a region.