APES Chapter 4 Review

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What is salinity?

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Salinity refers to the concentration of salts in water, indicating how salty the water is.

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What causes La Nina?

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La Nina is caused by the cooling of water in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of South America.

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Which hemisphere experiences winter during December to February?

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The Southern Hemisphere experiences winter during December to February.

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Why is primarily low growing vegetation found in arctic biomes?

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Low growing vegetation is found in arctic biomes due to the limited solar energy received during the fall and winter months.

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What is the troposphere?

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The troposphere is the lowest layer of the atmosphere, containing most of the Earth's weather and water vapor.

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How does ocean salinity affect marine life?

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Ocean salinity affects marine life by influencing the density of seawater, which impacts buoyancy and the distribution of nutrients.

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What is the significance of the thermocline in ocean waters?

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The thermocline is a layer in the ocean where temperature changes rapidly with depth, affecting marine ecosystems and the distribution of marine species.

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What are the primary factors that influence climate?

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The primary factors influencing climate include latitude, altitude, proximity to water bodies, and ocean currents.

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How do ocean currents affect global climate patterns?

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Ocean currents redistribute heat around the planet, influencing weather patterns and climate in different regions.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to the long-term average of weather patterns in a specific area.