Review for Final, #1; Game mode

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What happens when the ocean absorbs heat from the sun?

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The ocean stores a significant amount of energy.

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What is the effect of a warm ocean current on the climate of a northern coastline?

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The climate will be warmer than normal for that latitude.

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How does biodiversity impact the environment?

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Biodiversity increases the amount of genetic material in the environment and helps stabilize ecosystems.

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What natural phenomenon occurs as a result of Earth rotating on its axis?

Back

Day and night.

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What characteristic of Earth’s atmosphere traps infrared light as heat?

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The greenhouse effect.

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Define biodiversity.

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Biodiversity refers to the variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The greenhouse effect is the process by which certain gases in Earth's atmosphere trap heat, keeping the planet warm.

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Explain the significance of ocean currents in climate regulation.

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Ocean currents help distribute heat around the planet, influencing climate patterns.

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What role do tectonic plates play in Earth's geology?

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Tectonic plates are large sections of Earth's crust that move and interact, causing earthquakes, volcanic activity, and the formation of mountains.

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How does the rotation of the Earth affect seasonal changes?

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The tilt of Earth's axis and its rotation around the sun create seasonal changes in temperature and daylight.