Topic 9: Climate Test

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Why do latitudes closest to the equator have warmer climates?

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They receive more solar energy.

Front

What is the measure of distance in degrees north and south from the equator?

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latitude

Front

What is the height of an area above sea level?

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altitude

Front

What is the weather conditions in an area over a long period of time?

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climate

Front

Part of the ocean in which the water flows in a definite direction.

Back

Ocean Currents

Front

It refers to the day-to-day condition of the atmosphere at a particular place and time.

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Weather

Front

Where does the cold water from polar areas go?

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moves very slowly towards the equator

Front

Increased carbon dioxide may cause global warming by trapping more ____________ in the atmosphere.

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heat

Front

The gradual increase in the temperature of the atmosphere is known as

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global warming

Front

The impact on the planet due to global warming is called...

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climate change