Ocean
Covers about 71% of Earth’s surface.
The ocean
Name one of the climates we've learned
Temperate, polar/artic, tropical, desert, mountain/highland
What is the atmosphere?
Layer of gases surrounding earth
2 important details about the ocean
Regulates climate, Maintains earths temperature
What is the difference between tropical and desert climates
Tropical climates are humid and can grow food. Deserts cannot grow much food if any and it is very dry.
What is the layer of the atmosphere we live in?
Troposphere
What gas does the ocean mostly absorb?
CO2, carbon dioxide
Where is the equator?
The middle/central line around earth
What are two purposes of the atmosphere?
Regulates temperature and protects from harmful radiation
Name 2 of the 4 oceans on earth
Atlantic, Pacific, Indian, and Arctic
What climate is the U.S. in (generally)?
Temperate
What is the green house gas effect?
Trap heat from the Sun in the atmosphere. This keeps the Earth warm enough for life.
What are the two types of oceanic currents we've talked about?
Surface and Deep water
Name 2 places that have Mountain climates
Responses vary; china, colorado, india, russia, montana, etc.
What is the purpose of the stratosphere?
Contains the ozone layer, which protects Earth from harmful UV radiation