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

Front

What is the prediction about the air temperature of location D on the map?

Back

cold

Front

Which image correctly shows how the air gets energy?

Back

Image 2

Front

What is the imaginary line around the middle of the planet, halfway between the north pole and the south pole?

Back

equator

Front

True or False: Air with more energy will have a lower temperature than air with less energy.

Back

false

Front

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

Back

air

Front

What is the term for the layer of gases surrounding the Earth?

Back

atmosphere

Front

What is the effect of the sun on air temperature?

Back

The sun heats the air, increasing its energy and temperature.

Front

Define 'latitude'.

Back

Latitude is the distance north or south of the equator, measured in degrees.

Front

Define 'longitude'.

Back

Longitude is the distance east or west of the prime meridian, measured in degrees.

Front

What happens to air pressure as altitude increases?

Back

Air pressure decreases as altitude increases.