Earth and Space Study Guide T2Q2

Front

Convert from meters to cm: 9 meters

Back

900 cm

Front

Which layer of the atmosphere absorbs UV light?

Back

Stratosphere

Front

Fuels derived from living things.

Back

Biomass fuels

Front

Which gas in our atmosphere is most abundant?

Back

Nitrogen

Front

Why is the Equator warmest?

Back

Because it receives the most direct sunlight.

Front

What is the primary function of the ozone layer?

Back

To absorb harmful UV radiation from the sun.

Front

Define renewable energy.

Back

Energy that is collected from resources that are naturally replenished, such as sunlight, wind, and rain.

Front

What is the greenhouse effect?

Back

The trapping of the sun's warmth in the planet's lower atmosphere due to the presence of greenhouse gases.

Front

What is the difference between weather and climate?

Back

Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to long-term patterns and averages.

Front

What is the significance of the Coriolis effect?

Back

It causes moving air and water to turn and twist in predictable patterns due to the Earth's rotation.