Earth Science Review End of Year

What is the main reason it is warmer at the equator than the poles?

• the equator is closer to the sun

• the equator gets more days of sunshine

• the equator has longer days

• the equator gets more direct solar radiation

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Why is it generally warmer near the equator than it is near the poles?

• the equator receives more direct sunlight

• the poles receive more direct sunlight

• the equator is closer to the sun

• the poles are closer to the sun

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What are the two most common greenhouse gases?

• Water Vapor (H₂O) and Methane (CH₄)

• Carbon Dioxide CO₂ and Methane (CH₄)

• Water Vapor (H₂O) and Carbon Dioxide CO₂

• Water Vapor (H₂O) and Nitrous oxide (N₂O)

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Consequences of climate change include:

• Stronger hurricanes

• Increased flooding

• Frequent droughts

• All of the above

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Analyze how the Coriolis effect influences weather patterns.

• It causes winds to blow directly from high to low pressure areas

• It deflects the path of winds to the right in the Northern Hemisphere and to the left in the Southern Hemisphere

• It causes the formation of high-pressure systems at the equator

• It has no significant impact on weather patterns

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Which layer of the Earth is composed mostly of iron and nickel?

• Crust

• Mantle

• Outer core

• Inner core

Answer explanation

The inner core is the Earth's innermost layer, primarily composed of solid iron and nickel. In contrast, the crust and mantle consist of lighter materials, while the outer core is liquid iron and nickel.

What is the primary cause of tides in the ocean?

• Wind patterns

• Earth's rotation

• Gravitational pull of the moon and sun

• Salinity differences

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What is the primary cause of ocean currents?

• Wind patterns

• Tidal forces

• Earth's rotation

• Salinity differences

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Identify the process by which water vapor changes into liquid water.

• Evaporation

• Condensation

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Which body has the greater effect on Earth's tides?

• Sun

• Saturn

• Moon 

• Venus

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