Semester exam review 2024

Front

What do balanced forces cause an object to do?

Back

Balanced forces cause an object to stay still or move at a constant speed and direction.

Front

What number indicates winter in the northern hemisphere?

Back

1

Front

Where do most hurricanes develop?

Back

Near the Equator.

Front

What type of front is typically over Texas?

Back

Warm front.

Front

What happens to rocks launched by a volcanic eruption?

Back

The moment the rocks are launched into the air, there is an unbalanced force of gravity acting on them, which causes them to eventually return to the ground.

Front

Define balanced forces.

Back

Balanced forces are equal in size and opposite in direction, resulting in no change in motion.

Front

What is an unbalanced force?

Back

An unbalanced force is a force that causes an object to accelerate, decelerate, or change direction.

Front

Explain the role of gravity in the motion of objects.

Back

Gravity is a force that pulls objects toward the Earth, affecting their motion and causing them to fall.

Front

What is a warm front?

Back

A warm front is a boundary where a warm air mass replaces a cold air mass, often bringing precipitation.

Front

What is the significance of the equator in weather patterns?

Back

The equator is significant because it is where warm air rises, leading to the formation of tropical storms and hurricanes.