Earth's Processes and Patterns

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What factor does NOT affect the climate of an area?

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Wind direction does not affect the climate of an area.

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What landform is primarily formed by water erosion?

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Rivers and valleys are landforms primarily formed by water erosion.

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Can plants survive in ice cap ecosystems?

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No, plants cannot survive in ice cap ecosystems.

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Which continent is home to the Sahara Desert?

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The Sahara Desert is located in Africa.

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What is the warm climate zone near the equator called?

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The warm climate zone near the equator is called the Tropical Zone.

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What is the process of wearing away rocks and soil by water called?

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This process is called erosion.

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What is the term for the gradual increase in Earth's average temperature?

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This phenomenon is known as global warming.

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What is the main cause of seasons on Earth?

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The tilt of Earth's axis causes the seasons.

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What type of climate is characterized by very low temperatures and little precipitation?

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This type of climate is called a polar climate.

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What is the term for the boundary between two different air masses?

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This boundary is called a front.