Earth Science Regents review Multiple Choice

Front

What tectonic movement is responsible for the East African Rift Valley?

Back

Divergence of continental crust.

Front

What season occurs in the Northern Hemisphere when Earth is closest to the Sun?

Back

Winter.

Front

How many hours of daylight are received at the Arctic Circle when Earth is at position A?

Back

12 hours.

Front

What two factors caused the interior layering of Earth during its formation?

Back

Gravity and density differences.

Front

What type of air mass is most likely located over Atlanta, Georgia, based on the polar front jet stream?

Back

cP (continental Polar).

Front

Define 'divergent boundary' in tectonic plates.

Back

A tectonic plate boundary where two plates move away from each other.

Front

What is the significance of the polar front jet stream?

Back

It influences weather patterns and air mass movements.

Front

Explain the concept of 'density differences' in Earth's layers.

Back

Different materials in Earth have varying densities, causing denser materials to sink and lighter materials to rise.

Front

What is the role of gravity in the formation of planets?

Back

Gravity pulls materials together, leading to the formation and layering of planets.

Front

Define 'mT' air mass.

Back

Maritime Tropical; warm, moist air mass originating over warm ocean waters.