NatGeo Ch2: Physical Geography

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The average condition of the atmosphere over a long period of time is called...

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climate

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2.1

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By predicting the path of a hurricane or tornado, scientists hope to...

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lessen the damage created by a storm.

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2.3

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Which of the following is an example of a biological resource? coal, cattle, diamonds, water

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cattle

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2.4

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If an air mass moves into an area, what can be expected to happen?

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The weather will change.

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2.1

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What type of storm has stronger winds than a cyclone? Options: hurricane, typhoon, blizzard, tornado

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tornado

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2.3

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Which of the following is NOT a raw material? oil, plastic, gold, iron

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plastic

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2.4

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What term is used to describe a group of places with a similar climate?

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Climate region

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2.2

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What is a cyclone called in the Eastern Hemisphere?

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typhoon

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Which is the best example of a renewable resource? Options: coal, water, natural gas, oil

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water

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Which would best describe a place in an arid climate region? Tropical Rainforest, Farmland, Desert, Jungle

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Desert

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