Earth Systems Final Exam

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Which tool or data source can be used to predict weather patterns?

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Maps, meteograms, and weather apps are essential tools for predicting weather patterns.

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What is the main source of energy that drives Earth's weather and climate?

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Solar energy is the primary source of energy that drives Earth's weather and climate.

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The part of Earth where life exists is called:

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The biosphere is the part of Earth where life exists.

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A white dwarf was once a:

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A white dwarf was once a red giant.

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Which method is used to calculate the absolute age of rocks based on the decay of radioactive isotopes?

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Radiometric dating is the method used to calculate the absolute age of rocks.

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What is the biosphere?

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The biosphere is the global sum of all ecosystems, where life exists on Earth.

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Define solar energy.

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Solar energy is the energy from the sun that is harnessed and used to power various processes on Earth.

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What is radiometric dating?

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Radiometric dating is a technique used to date materials by comparing the abundance of a radioactive isotope to its decay products.

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What is a red giant?

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A red giant is a late stage in the life cycle of a star, characterized by a large size and a reddish color.

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What is the geosphere?

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The geosphere refers to the solid parts of the Earth, including rocks, soil, and landforms.