Landforms and Water's Weather Impact

Which of the following is a major landform that can affect atmospheric conditions?

• River

• Mountain

• Lake

• Ocean

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What is the term used to describe the movement of air caused by differences in temperature and pressure?

• Precipitation

• Evaporation

• Wind

• Condensation

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How do mountains affect the climate of nearby areas?

• They increase the temperature.

• They block sunlight.

• They cause rain shadows.

• They decrease humidity.

Which body of water is most likely to moderate the climate of a coastal city?

• River

• Lake

• Ocean

• Pond

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Explain how the presence of a large lake can influence the weather patterns of a nearby city.

• It can cause more frequent thunderstorms.

• It can lead to cooler summers and warmer winters.

• It can increase the amount of snowfall.

• It can cause more foggy days.

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Why do coastal areas generally have milder climates compared to inland areas?

• Because of the presence of mountains.

• Due to the influence of ocean currents.

• Because they receive more sunlight.

• Due to higher altitudes.

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What is the effect of a mountain range on the windward side in terms of precipitation?

• It decreases precipitation.

• It has no effect on precipitation.

• It increases precipitation.

• It causes droughts.

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Describe how ocean currents can affect the climate of a region.

• They can make the region drier.

• They can lead to more extreme temperatures.

• They can warm or cool the region depending on the current.

• They have no effect on the climate.

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Which of the following best describes the term "rain shadow"?

• An area that receives more sunlight due to mountain blocking.

• An area that receives less precipitation due to mountain blocking.

• An area that has more vegetation due to mountain blocking.

• An area that experiences more wind due to mountain blocking.

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How do large bodies of water like oceans influence the temperature of nearby land?

• They cause rapid temperature changes.

• They stabilize temperatures, making them less extreme.

• They increase the temperature of the land.

• They decrease the temperature of the land.

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