Unit 6: Oceans & Climate (C)

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary function of the ocean as a heat sink?
It releases heat into the atmosphere
It absorbs approximately 90% of excess heat
It creates new heat sources
It reflects heat back into space
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NGSS.HS-ESS2-4
NGSS.HS-ESS3-5
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which ocean current system influences Europe's climate?
The Pacific Current
The Arctic Stream
The Gulf Stream
The Antarctic Current
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What percentage of Earth's surface is covered by oceans?
50%
60%
65%
More than 70%
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does increased CO2 absorption affect the ocean?
It creates more marine life
It increases water temperature
It leads to ocean acidification
It promotes coral growth
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NGSS.MS-LS2-3
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the first step in the ocean's contribution to weather patterns?
Cloud formation
Precipitation
Surface water evaporation
Wind generation
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4
NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How do coastal areas typically differ from inland regions?
They have more extreme temperatures
They experience milder temperatures
They have less precipitation
They have stronger winds
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What role does the ocean play in the carbon dioxide cycle?
It only releases CO2
It has no effect on CO2 levels
It produces CO2
It absorbs CO2 from the atmosphere
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NGSS.HS-ESS2-6
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