How does heat exchange occur via conduction between the hydrosphere and the atmosphere?

• Through the movement of warm air rising and cool air sinking

• Through direct contact between water and air molecules

• Through the emission of infrared radiation

• Through the absorption of sunlight by the ocean surface

What is the primary mechanism of heat exchange via convection between the hydrosphere and the atmosphere?

• Direct contact between water and air molecules

• Movement of warm air rising and cool air sinking

• Emission of infrared radiation

• Absorption of sunlight by the ocean surface

Which process involves heat exchange via radiation between the hydrosphere and the atmosphere?

• Direct contact between water and air molecules

• Movement of warm air rising and cool air sinking

• Emission of infrared radiation

• Absorption of sunlight by the ocean surface

How are air masses classified?

• By their temperature and humidity characteristics

• By their size and shape

• By their speed and direction

• By their altitude and pressure

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Explain how convection currents influence weather conditions.

• They cause the Earth to rotate faster.

• They lead to the formation of high and low-pressure systems.

• They increase the salinity of ocean water.

• They decrease the amount of sunlight reaching the Earth.

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Describe the role of air mass convergence in influencing climate.

• It causes the Earth to cool rapidly.

• It leads to the development of storms and precipitation.

• It increases the Earth's gravitational pull.

• It reduces the amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.

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How do global wind patterns affect weather and climate patterns?

• By altering the Earth's magnetic field

• By distributing heat and moisture around the planet

• By increasing the Earth's rotation speed

• By decreasing the amount of sunlight reaching the surface

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What are the primary causes of ocean currents?

• The gravitational pull of the moon

• Wind patterns and differences in water density

• The rotation of the Earth

• The presence of marine life

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Explain the effects of ocean currents on climate.

• They cause the Earth to tilt on its axis.

• They regulate temperatures by transporting warm and cold water.

• They increase the salinity of ocean water.

• They decrease the amount of sunlight reaching the Earth.

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How do the three major global climate zones differ?

• By their proximity to the equator

• By their average temperature and precipitation levels

• By their altitude and pressure

• By their size and shape

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