Which of the following best describes a cold front?

A boundary where cold air replaces warm air

Which of the following best describes the Coriolis Effect?

The way Earth's rotation causes winds to curve

Why do coastal areas generally have milder climates than inland areas?

The ocean heats and cools more slowly than land.

Why do hurricanes lose strength when they move over land?

There is less moisture and heat energy on land

How does the movement of tectonic plates cause earthquakes?

Plates slide past each other, causing a sudden release of energy

How does the unequal heating of Earth’s surface create wind?

Warm air rises and cool air sinks, causing air to move

Why is it important to monitor volcanic activity?

To forecast eruptions and protect people

How do ocean currents affect regional climates?

They transfer heat, warming or cooling coastal areas

How can scientists use rock strata to determine the age of Earth’s features?

By analyzing the order and types of fossils in the layers

A city wants to reduce flooding caused by heavy rainfall. Which of the following is a scientifically sound method to minimize this human impact? Options: Pave over more land with concrete, Plant more trees and create green spaces, Build more parking lots, Remove all vegetation

Plant more trees and create green spaces

What is the most likely purpose of collecting data on the frequency and location of tornadoes in the Midwest over the past 50 years?

To predict future tornado occurrences and improve warning systems

Why is the temperature in a city near the ocean more stable than a city far inland?

The ocean absorbs and releases heat more slowly than land, moderating temperature changes.

Given a diagram of rock layers with a fault and an intrusion, explain how you would determine the relative ages of the layers and the events that affected them.

By applying the law of superposition and identifying which features cut through others, you can determine the sequence of events.

A coastal city is experiencing more frequent flooding due to rising sea levels. Propose a scientifically-based solution to help minimize the impact of this natural hazard.

Build sea walls and restore wetlands to absorb excess water.

What evidence should be included in a model to show how the rotation of the Earth and unequal heating create global wind patterns?

The Coriolis Effect causes winds to curve, and differences in solar heating create pressure differences that drive wind circulation.

Geoscience Review Flashcards

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What is the main difference between weather and climate?

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Weather is the day-to-day state of the atmosphere; climate is the average of atmospheric conditions over a long period.

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2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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Which tool is used to measure atmospheric pressure?

Back

Barometer

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3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the name for the process by which heat is transferred through direct contact?

Back

Conduction

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FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which of the following is a natural hazard?

Earthquake
Recycling
Composting
Planting trees

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Earthquake

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5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What is the main cause of ocean currents?

Back

Unequal heating of Earth and wind patterns

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6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which law states that in undisturbed rock layers, the oldest rocks are at the bottom?

Back

Law of Superposition

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FLASHCARD QUESTION

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Which of the following is a way humans can reduce their impact on the environment?

Using more fossil fuels
Recycling materials
Cutting down more trees
Increasing car emissions

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Recycling materials

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