Lesson Check: Solar Energy on Earth

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What is latitude?

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The distance in degrees north or south of the equator.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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How do rural areas compare to urban areas in terms of temperature?

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Urban areas are usually warmer because streets have surfaces that absorb sunlight.

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What is specific heat?

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Specific heat is the amount (measured in joules) of thermal energy needed to raise the temperature of 1kg of a material by 1 degree Celsius.

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Why does water heat up more slowly than sand?

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Because the specific heat of water is higher than that of sand.

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How can students model how the Sun heats Earth in cold climates?

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They can tilt the angle of the graph paper.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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What is the effect of concrete surfaces on temperature in urban areas?

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Concrete surfaces absorb more sunlight, making urban areas warmer.

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter.

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What happens to solar radiation at the equator?

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It is received more directly, leading to warmer temperatures.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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How does vegetation affect temperature in rural areas?

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Trees and water absorb more sunlight, keeping rural areas cooler.

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What is the role of the Sun in heating the Earth?

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The Sun provides solar energy that warms the Earth's surface.

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