1.3 Any Mission Water

What is the global hydrological cycle's importance to life on earth?

• It has no significant impact.

• It is of enormous importance.

• It is only important for marine life.

• It is only important for human activities.

What does the global water budget limit?

• The amount of rainfall.

• The availability of water for human use and water stores.

• The temperature of water bodies.

• The salinity of oceans.

What is meant by 'residence times' in the context of water stores?

• The time water spends in a particular store.

• The time it takes for water to evaporate.

• The time it takes for water to freeze.

• The time it takes for water to be used by humans.

What are some stores of water that are considered non-renewable?

• Rivers and lakes.

• Oceans and seas.

• Fossil water and cryosphere losses.

• Groundwater and aquifers.

Where is Iceberg Alley located?

• Greenland

• Newfoundland, Canada

• Iceland

• Alaska

During which seasons are icebergs typically found in Iceberg Alley?

• Winter and Spring

• Summer and Fall

• Spring and Summer

• Fall and Winter

How many miles per day do icebergs typically move in Iceberg Alley?

• 10 miles/day

• 17 miles/day

• 5 miles/day

• 20 miles/day

What percentage of icebergs in Iceberg Alley come from the Greenland coast?

• 50%

• 70%

• 90%

• 100%

What was notable about the number of icebergs in Iceberg Alley in 2017?

• There were no icebergs

• The number was much higher (hundreds vs. 10s)

• The number was much lower (10s vs. hundreds)

• The icebergs moved faster

Which current moves the icebergs in Iceberg Alley?

• Gulf Stream

• Labrador Current

• North Atlantic Current

• Canary Current