Term 3 CTA Review 24-25

Why is Earth not the same distance from the Sun at all times?

• The Earth is not an exact spherical ball.

• The path of the Earth around the sun is not a perfect circle, it's elliptical.

• The Earth spins on its axis causing it to move at different patterns.

• The Sun moves around Earth at different distances each year.

What do ocean currents impacts global climate?

• They have no effect on climate

• They only affect coastal areas

• They distribute heat across the planet.

• They create more extreme weather patterns

What happens to air pressure BEFORE a storm?

• It rises

• It fluctuates wildly.

• It stays the same.

• It falls.

What is the first step in cloud formation?

• Cold air sinks.

• Warm air rises.

• Water vapor freezes

• Wind pushes air upward.

What is the primary cause of wind?

• The rotation of the Earth.

• differences in air pressure

• the movement of ocean currents

• cloud formation

At position C, which hemisphere would have winter?

• Northern hemisphere
• Southern hemisphere

If the Earth suddenly stopped having seasons, what could be the likely causes?

• The Moon disappeared.

• The Earth is no longer tilted.

• The Earth's rotation has increased.

• The Earth moved farther away from the Sun.

What effect do high-pressure systems typically have on weather?

• They bring storms.

• They cause cloudy skies.

• They lead to clear, sunny weather.

• They increase humidity.

Which of the following is NOT a common tool used in weather forecasting?

• barometer

• seismograph

• weather satellite

• computer model

On a weather map, what do red lines typically indicate?

• cold fronts

• warm fronts

• high pressure areas

• jet streams