Unit 3 Test

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What are tides?

Back

Tides are daily changes in ocean water levels caused by the gravitational pull of the moon and the sun.

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What is infiltration?

Back

Infiltration is the process by which precipitation that has fallen on land surfaces enters the ground and becomes groundwater.

Front

What is glucose?

Back

Glucose is a simple sugar and a carbohydrate that serves as a source of quick energy for living organisms.

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What two forces affect ocean currents?

Back

Density and winds are the two forces that affect ocean currents.

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What makes up the hydrosphere?

Back

The hydrosphere is made up of all the water on Earth, including ground water, oceans, lakes, rivers, and streams.

Front

Define hydrosphere.

Back

The hydrosphere encompasses all water found on, under, and above the surface of a planet.

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What is the role of gravity in ocean currents?

Back

Gravity helps to pull water downwards and influences the movement of ocean currents.

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Explain the process of transpiration.

Back

Transpiration is the process by which water is absorbed by plant roots, moves through plants, and is released as vapor through pores in leaves.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

Back

Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate is the long-term average of weather patterns in a specific area.

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What is groundwater?

Back

Groundwater is water that is stored beneath the Earth's surface in soil and rock formations.