Amplify-Ocean, Atmosphere, and Climate Ch. 1 Review

Front

What is temperature?

Back

Temperature is a measure of how hot or cold something is, specifically the average kinetic energy of the molecules of a substance.

Front

What does the term atmosphere refer to?

Back

The atmosphere is the mixture of gases or air that surrounds a planet.

Front

What is the equator?

Back

The equator is an imaginary line that circles the middle of the planet, halfway between the North Pole and the South Pole.

Front

Which of the following is not considered a surface: air, water, land, or all of the above?

Back

Air is not considered a surface.

Front

What can you predict about the air temperature of location A and location F on a map if they are both in a warm climate?

Back

The air temperature can be predicted to be warm.

Front

What is kinetic energy?

Back

Kinetic energy is the energy that an object possesses due to its motion.

Front

What are the main components of the Earth's atmosphere?

Back

The main components of the Earth's atmosphere include nitrogen (78%), oxygen (21%), and trace gases (1%).

Front

How does the atmosphere affect climate?

Back

The atmosphere traps heat from the sun, which helps to regulate the Earth's temperature and influences climate patterns.

Front

What is the difference between weather and climate?

Back

Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to the long-term average of weather patterns in a specific area.

Front

What role do oceans play in climate regulation?

Back

Oceans absorb and store heat, which helps to moderate the Earth's climate and influence weather patterns.