ESS Unit 5 - Atmosphere and Oceans Review

Front

What is the hottest layer of the Earth's atmosphere?

Back

Thermosphere

Front

What type of front is associated with powerful storms and thunderstorms?

Back

Cold Front

Front

What type of front occurs when a cold front overtakes a warm front?

Back

Occluded Front

Front

What is the primary source of energy that heats the ocean?

Back

Sun

Front

What characteristics define the densest ocean water?

Back

Low temperature and high salinity.

Front

What is the layer of the atmosphere where weather occurs?

Back

Troposphere

Front

What is the boundary between two different air masses called?

Back

Front

Front

What type of front typically brings light rain and is characterized by a gradual change in temperature?

Back

Warm Front

Front

What is the process called when water vapor turns into liquid water?

Back

Condensation

Front

What is the term for the movement of ocean water caused by wind?

Back

Ocean Currents