Unit 4 (Oceans & Atmosphere) Exam Review

When the waves approach the shore, they slow down and become bent. This process is known as

• reflection

• oscilliation

• erosion

• refraction

Which will most likely RESULT if there is an increase in upwelling in a coastal area?

• higher water temperatures

• fewer nitrates

• less nutrients in the water

• more aquatic life

What type of tides would this arrangement earth-moon-sun create?

• spring tide

• neap tide

• new moon tide

• full moon tide

The islands located off the coast of North Carolina are called ____.

• tombolos

• barrier islands

• stacks

• sea arches

Which of the following is involved in creating barrier islands?

• longshore currents

• erosion

• streams

• glaciers

Seawaters density DECREASES with

• decreasing salinity and increasing temperature

• increasing salinity and increasing temperature

• decreasing salinity and decreasing temperature

• increase salinity and decreasing temperature

Which of the following decreases beach erosion without the construction of protective structures?

• beach nourishment

• seawall

• groin

• breakwater

London, England, is located at approximately 51° north latitude. Elmira, New York, is located at approximately 42° north latitude. What is one reason why London has a warmer average winter temperature than Elmira?

• London is located closer to the equator.

• London’s climate is modified by the Gulf Stream & North Atlantic Ocean Current.

• London is located at a higher elevation.

• London’s climate is modified by its longer duration of insulation.

The Gulf Stream is a WARM ocean current. It flows from _____.

• the equator toward the south pole

• the north pole toward the equator

• none of these choices

• the equator toward the north pole

Where do all of the pollutants added to the rivers of North Carolina ultimately end?

• Mississippi River

• Pacific Ocean

• Atlantic Ocean

• Gulf Stream