Ecosystems 1

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If weather patterns change and more of the Sun’s rays penetrate the atmosphere of Earth, which is MOST likely to increase? Options: the number of daylight hours, the evaporation of oceans, the length of each season, the pull of gravity.

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the evaporation of oceans

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Which city MOST likely will be clear and dry on Tuesday? Options: Alexandria, Shreveport, New Orleans, Lake Charles.

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New Orleans

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The map above is used to predict the weather. Students in which city will MOST likely want to wear a raincoat the next day?

Options: Denver, Houston, New York City, Seattle

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Denver

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The morning temperature in a city is 41°F. If a sunny, mild day is forecast, which temperature is most likely for 2:00 p.m.? Options: 32°F, 41°F, 67°F, 98°F

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67°F

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Which fact best explains why MOST evaporation happens in the oceans?

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About 97 percent of Earth’s water is ocean water.

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Which of these actions causes wind?

• rotation of Earth on its axis
• movement of air from water to land
• uneven heating of Earth’s surface
• air passing Earth as it revolves around the Sun

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uneven heating of Earth’s surface

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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The sun shines on the lake and water vapor rises from the lake into the atmosphere. The vapor cools and becomes water droplets in the clouds. The droplets return to Earth as rain, snow, or hail in a continuous cycle. Which is the correct sequence for these processes?

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evaporation, condensation, and precipitation

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What will most likely result from a low-pressure weather system?

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cloudy conditions

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Why is Earth’s surface NOT becoming colder despite radiating heat into outer space?

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Earth constantly takes in more heat from the Sun.

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The diagram represents part of the water cycle. Which form of water is represented by arrow 1?

Options: water vapor, surface water, rainwater, groundwater

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rainwater

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