Final Investigation Review

Front

Why is it colder near the poles?

Back

the sun's rays hit Earth indirectly

Front

Where is there more air pressure?

Back

near the ground

Front

Why does the temperature decrease as altitude increases?

Back

There is low pressure at higher altitudes so the air cools.

Front

Which of the following does NOT affect temperature? latitude, ocean currents, elevation, longitude

Back

longitude

Front

Why are there greater temperature differences inland compared to the coast?

Back

land heats up and cools down faster than water

Front

What is created as a result of differences in air pressure?

Back

wind

Front

Air that moves in a circular motion is called...

Back

convection currents

Front

What causes winds to appear to curve in the Coriolis Effect?

Back

the rotation of Earth on its axis

Front

What type of winds constantly blow in the same direction?

Back

prevailing winds

Front

Why is there so much rain along the equator?

Back

Warm, moist air rises and condenses to form clouds.