Earth Science Final Exam

Front

What category is our Sun located in?

Back

Main Sequence

Front

What instrument measures wind speed?

Back

Anemometer

Front

What instrument measures temperature?

Back

Thermometer

Front

Why is the temperature lower at night than during the day?

Back

The temperature depends on energy from the sun.

Front

What force keeps the Earth in the Solar System?

Back

Gravity

Front

What is the main source of energy for the Earth?

Back

The Sun

Front

What instrument measures atmospheric pressure?

Back

Barometer

Front

What is the term for the movement of air from high to low pressure?

Back

Wind

Front

What do we call the layer of gases surrounding the Earth?

Back

Atmosphere

Front

What is the process by which water vapor turns into liquid water?

Back

Condensation