Honors Sea Levels Rising and Albedo

Front

What is the relationship between the number of motion lines in a drawing and the speed of a particle?

Back

The more motion lines a particle has, the faster it is moving.

Front

Which of the following does NOT contribute to sea level rise: melting sea ice, thermal expansion, or glacial melting?

Back

Melting sea ice does NOT cause sea level rise.

Front

What is the term for the flow of energy that occurs when a warm liquid or gas rises?

Back

Convection.

Front

If the ice covering 10% of Earth melts, what is the expected effect on Earth's temperature?

Back

Earth's temperature is expected to increase.

Front

What is the process called that involves the transfer of energy by electromagnetic waves?

Back

Radiation.

Front

What is albedo and how does it affect Earth's temperature?

Back

Albedo is the measure of reflectivity of Earth's surface; higher albedo means more sunlight is reflected, leading to cooler temperatures.

Front

How does thermal expansion contribute to sea level rise?

Back

As water warms, it expands, leading to an increase in sea level.

Front

What role do glaciers play in sea level changes?

Back

Glaciers store freshwater; when they melt, they contribute to rising sea levels.

Front

What is the greenhouse effect and how does it relate to sea level rise?

Back

The greenhouse effect traps heat in the atmosphere, leading to global warming, which causes ice melt and thermal expansion, contributing to sea level rise.

Front

What is the significance of sea ice in regulating global temperatures?

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Sea ice reflects sunlight, helping to keep the planet cool; its loss leads to increased absorption of heat by the ocean.