Midterm Review Part 2

Front

What indicates that a location is in the northern hemisphere based on temperature patterns?

Back

The warmest temperatures occur in July/August.

Front

What does a calorimeter demonstrate about heat transfer?

Back

Heat transfers from hot water to cold water by conduction.

Front

What does it mean when contour lines are close together on a map?

Back

The slope is steep.

Front

What does it indicate when contour lines bend upstream at a creek?

Back

The creek flows downhill in a southwesterly direction.

Front

Which star is most likely to become a supernova?

Back

Deneb.

Front

What is conduction?

Back

The transfer of heat through direct contact between materials.

Front

What is the significance of contour lines on a topographic map?

Back

They represent elevation and the shape of the terrain.

Front

How can you determine the direction of water flow using contour lines?

Back

Water flows downhill, and contour lines bend upstream when crossing a stream.

Front

What is the difference between conduction and radiation?

Back

Conduction is heat transfer through direct contact, while radiation is heat transfer through electromagnetic waves.

Front

What does a steep slope on a topographic map indicate?

Back

It indicates a rapid change in elevation over a short distance.