APES Unit 4 Review

Front

What is the largest soil particle by diameter?

Back

Sand

Front

What is the correct order of convection cells starting from the equator?

Back

Hadley, Ferrell, Polar

Front

Which soil horizon is made up of partially weathered rocks?

Back

Horizon C

Front

What is the term for all the land that drains into a particular body of water?

Back

Watershed

Front

In which layer of the atmosphere does weather occur?

Back

Troposphere

Front

What are the three main types of soil particles?

Back

Clay, Silt, Sand

Front

What is the role of the Hadley cell in climate?

Back

It helps distribute heat and moisture in the tropics.

Front

What is the significance of the watershed in environmental science?

Back

It is crucial for managing water resources and ecosystems.

Front

What is the difference between the troposphere and the stratosphere?

Back

The troposphere is where weather occurs; the stratosphere contains the ozone layer.

Front

What is the process of weathering?

Back

The breakdown of rocks into smaller particles due to environmental factors.