EOY Benchmark Practice - Science

Front

Why do some parts of the Earth get more sunlight than others?

Back

ocean currents

Front

What are the winds called that generally blow in the same direction over large areas of the Earth?

Back

prevailing winds

Front

What aspect of a region is most influenced by ocean currents and wind patterns?

Back

climate

Front

What usually happens on the ground after heated air rises as it becomes lighter?

Back

Cooler air moves in to take the place of the rising warm air.

Front

Why does London, England experience milder and wetter winters compared to Quebec, Canada, even though they are at similar latitudes?

Back

London is influenced by a warm ocean current.

Front

Why do some parts of the Earth get more heat from the sun than others?

Back

Some areas of the Earth get more sunlight than others.

Front

Land and water absorb and release the sun’s heat differently. What is a characteristic of a sea breeze?

Back

They start during the day and move towards the land.

Front

The lower atmosphere is mostly warmed by radiated heat from Earth's surface. Water takes longer to heat and cool compared to land. Based on this, which statement is likely correct?

Back

On a sunny day, air over a lake will be cooler than over nearby land.

Front

What should Padma do to keep her juice cool while playing basketball?

Back

Put the cap on tightly and keep it in the shade.

Front

Where do hurricanes collect the moisture needed to produce precipitation?

Back

from water evaporating quickly off the warm ocean surface