APES Unit 4 Review

Front

What layer of the atmosphere contains the ozone layer?

Back

Stratosphere

Front

What wind system is closest to the equator?

Back

Trade winds

Front

What type of plate boundary is most likely to cause earthquakes?

Back

Transform

Front

Which of the following is the largest carbon sink?

Back

Ocean

Front

What type of population growth is shown in a population pyramid with a wide base?

Back

Rapid growth

Front

Define the term 'carbon sink'.

Back

A natural reservoir that stores carbon-containing chemical compounds for an indefinite period.

Front

What is the greenhouse effect?

Back

The warming of Earth’s surface due to the trapping of heat by greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.

Front

Explain the difference between renewable and non-renewable resources.

Back

Renewable resources can be replenished naturally over time, while non-renewable resources are finite and cannot be replaced once used.

Front

What is the significance of the Doldrums in global wind patterns?

Back

The Doldrums are a region near the equator where the trade winds of the Northern and Southern Hemispheres meet, characterized by calm winds.

Front

What is the role of the ocean in the carbon cycle?

Back

The ocean absorbs carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, acting as a major carbon sink.