Multiple choice
Planetary cooling can happen because of ____.
Volcanic eruptions
Many scientists think coral is dying due to____.
global warming
How does the angle of incoming sunlight explain why temperatures tend to be cooler as one moves from the equator toward either pole?
the suns energy is spread out over a larger area not allowing it to warm as much
How do some animals adapt behaviorally to a dry climate?
don't move during the day, obtain moisture from what they eat, hide under rocks
The process in which animals enter an inactive state to survive hot and dry weather
estivation
Ocean temperatures to increase of the coast of Peru
An animal that hibernates____.
reduces its activity in cold weather
What is the relationship between deforestation and global warming?
Study the chart, then come up with three ideas for reducing carbon dioxide emissions.
electric cars, recycle, biking (e.t.c.)
What are minerals that are highly prized for their rarity and beauty?
gems
One cause of ____ may be deforestation.
The greenhouse effect causes____.
global warming
earth to warm enough to support life
All are examples of behavioral adaptation except____.
geological records indicate____.
deforestation
earth was warmer at times
what effect do large bodies of water have on climate?
The two climactic events that occur in the Pacific Ocean and in the atmosphere
El Nino, La Nina
If there is 24 consecutive hours of night, then ____.
Moderate temperatures are characteristics of____.
A major influence on climate is____.
it is winter near the north pole
the temperate zones
large bodies of water
Climate is determined by averaging____ over a long period of time.
The climate classification system is based on studies of____.
Opposite extremes of day and night temperatures are associated with____.
weather
temperatures and precipitation
deserts
What might cause global warming?
burning fossil fuels, deforestation, excess carbon dioxide
How many years ago did global warming start?
When gas, coal, and oil are burned,____ is released into the atmosphere
Very few species can adapt to_____.
Seasons are caused by____
carbon dioxide
extreme cold, as is found in polar regions
the tilt of earths axis with respect to the sun
changes in the shape of Earth's orbit around the Sun____.
Carbon dioxide can be reduced by____.
we are now in an inter glacial interval
might have caused some of the ice ages
planting trees
Why would you expect the climate of a large city to be similar to that of the area surrounding it? Why would you expect it to be different?
What kind of igneous rocks are formed on the surface of earth