Aquatic Science Final Exam Fall 2024

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Where does most evaporation occur?

Back

The atmosphere.

Front

What is the up and down movement of the surface water called?

Back

Wave.

Front

Where does most condensation occur?

Back

The atmosphere.

Front

What is a wave that forms far below the ocean's surface, usually caused by an earthquake beneath the ocean floor?

Back

Tsunami.

Front

What is the term for the area where the ocean meets the land?

Back

Coast.

Front

What is the process by which water vapor turns into liquid water?

Back

Condensation.

Front

What is the term for the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth?

Back

Water cycle.

Front

What is the primary driver of ocean currents?

Back

Wind.

Front

What is the term for a large body of saltwater that covers most of the Earth's surface?

Back

Ocean.

Front

What is the term for the vertical movement of water in the ocean?

Back

Thermohaline circulation.