6th science BM2 Review

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What causes coastal regions to have a narrower temperature range than regions that are farther inland?

Back

Water warms and cools much more slowly than land or air, insulating the land on the coasts.

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What explains the large rise in the cost of oil from the 1970s to today?

Back

The supply of oil is limited.

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Where are thunderstorms most likely to form?

Back

Where a dry, cold air mass collides with a warm, humid air mass.

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What can humans do to decrease soil erosion?

Back

Plant more cover crops.

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Which characteristics alter the density of ocean water?

Back

Salinity and temperature.

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What is the definition of soil erosion?

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The process by which soil is removed from the Earth's surface by wind or water.

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What is salinity?

Back

The concentration of salts in water, often measured in parts per thousand.

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What is the water cycle?

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The continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth.

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What is the role of clouds in temperature regulation?

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Clouds can insulate the land, warming and cooling it more slowly than if it were exposed.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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