Amplify-Ocean, Atmosphere, and Climate Ch. 1 Review

What is the equator?

• An imaginary line that circles the middle of the planet, halfway between the North Pole and the South Pole.

• A physical boundary that separates the Northern and Southern Hemispheres.

• A line of latitude that is located at 45 degrees north.

• The longest river in the world that runs through multiple countries.

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What factors influence air temperature?

• Latitude, altitude, proximity to water bodies, and prevailing winds.

• Humidity, air pressure, cloud cover, and solar radiation.

• Urbanization, vegetation cover, ocean currents, and topography.

• Seasonal changes, volcanic activity, tectonic movements, and human activities.

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What is temperature?

• A measure of the amount of heat energy in a substance.

• A measure of how hot or cold something is, specifically the average kinetic energy of the molecules of a substance.

• A measure of the pressure exerted by a gas.

• A measure of the density of a substance.

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How do climatologists study climate?

• By analyzing weather patterns and atmospheric conditions

• By conducting experiments in controlled environments

• By relying solely on historical records

• By using satellite imagery exclusively

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What is the greenhouse effect?

• The process by which certain gases in the atmosphere trap heat, keeping the Earth warm.

• A method of cooling the Earth by reflecting sunlight back into space.

• The phenomenon of increased rainfall due to atmospheric changes.

• A technique used to grow plants in controlled environments.

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What is kinetic energy?

• The energy stored in an object at rest.

• The energy that an object possesses due to its motion.

• The energy released during a chemical reaction.

• The energy associated with the temperature of an object.

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What role does the sun play in climate?

• The sun provides energy that drives weather patterns and influences climate by warming the Earth's surface.

• The sun has no significant impact on climate.

• The sun only affects the temperature of the oceans.

• The sun is responsible for creating rain and snow.

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What is latitude?

• A measurement of distance east or west of the prime meridian, expressed in degrees.

• A measurement of distance north or south of the equator, expressed in degrees.

• A type of climate zone defined by temperature and precipitation patterns.

• A method of navigation using stars and celestial bodies.

What happens to air temperature as you move closer to the equator?

• Air temperature decreases, resulting in cooler temperatures.

• Air temperature remains constant regardless of distance from the equator.

• Air temperature generally increases, resulting in higher energy and warmer temperatures.

• Air temperature fluctuates wildly, with no clear trend.

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What is a climate zone?

• A region of the Earth with a specific climate characterized by similar temperature and precipitation patterns.

• A geographical area defined by its population density and urban development.

• A zone where climate change has no impact on weather patterns.

• A region that experiences extreme weather conditions year-round.

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