Oceans, Atmosphere & Climate Critical Juncture Review

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True or False: Air gains energy directly from the sun.

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False

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Ocean currents that come from the poles bring _____ water to the locations they pass, and the water is _____ than the air.

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cooler, cooler

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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Energy transfers from _______ objects to ______ objects.

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warmer, cooler

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

NGSS.MS-PS3-5

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Locations closer to the equator have ____ energy from the sun.

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more

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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In our experiment in class, the temperature of the air was warmer over the rocks than with no surface underneath. This is because...

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the energy bounced off the rocks and up into the air.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

NGSS.MS-PS3-4

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What is the primary source of energy for Earth's climate system?

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The Sun.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Front

Define ocean currents.

Back

Large-scale movements of water within the oceans, driven by wind, water density differences, and the Earth's rotation.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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What effect do ocean currents have on coastal climates?

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They can moderate temperatures, making coastal areas warmer in winter and cooler in summer.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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Explain the greenhouse effect.

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The process by which certain gases in Earth's atmosphere trap heat, keeping the planet warm.

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NGSS.HS-ESS2-6

NGSS.HS-ESS3-5

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What is the role of the atmosphere in climate regulation?

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It acts as a protective layer, regulating temperature and weather patterns.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6