RES Midterm Review - 2

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What is the formula to calculate the gradient between two points?

Back

Gradient = (Change in elevation) / (Distance)

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What is the direction of Earth's rotation?

Back

Earth rotates from west to east.

Front

What is conduction in the context of heat transfer?

Back

Conduction is the transfer of heat through a material without the movement of the material itself.

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In which hemisphere is New York State located?

Back

Northern Hemisphere.

Front

Which type of star is most likely to become a supernova?

Back

Massive stars, like Deneb, are most likely to become supernovae.

Front

What is the significance of a calorimeter in heat transfer experiments?

Back

A calorimeter measures the amount of heat transferred during a chemical reaction or physical change.

Front

How do you convert kilometers to meters?

Back

Multiply the number of kilometers by 1000.

Front

What is the relationship between distance and gradient?

Back

Gradient is the ratio of vertical change to horizontal distance.

Front

What is the primary source of energy for Earth's climate system?

Back

The Sun is the primary source of energy.

Front

What is the difference between conduction and radiation?

Back

Conduction requires direct contact for heat transfer, while radiation transfers heat through electromagnetic waves.