U1/U2 Midterm Review

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Henry and Abigail are curious about how the Grand Canyon was formed. They should study _______ to find out.

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physical geography

Front

What is the study of the weather?

Back

meteorology

Front

During a science class, Harper learned that _______ is water that falls from clouds as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

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precipitation

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In their geography class, Ethan and William are learning about the study of human _______ which focuses on the total number of people in a given area.

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population

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Why are maps less accurate than globes?

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They distort some details.

Front

What type of information do satellites collect that is useful for geographers?

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Images

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Why is geography sometimes called a social science?

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Because it deals with people and how they live.

Front

Emma and Priya are working on a project about the study of __________ in their geography class.

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The distribution and interaction of Earth’s physical and human features.

Front

Isla is conducting a study on different aspects of the environment. Which of the following would she measure as a physical geographer?
The population of a city, The temperature of places, The number of goods exported, The number of people on social media

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The temperature of places

Front

Why do many high mountains in warm areas have snow on top all year?

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because temperature decreases with elevation