Atmosphere & Climate Change

What are the two main factors that determine the climate of an area?

• precipitation and humidity
• temperature and air pressure
• wind conditions and humidity
• temperature and precipitation

What is the condition of the Earth's atmosphere at a certain time and place?

• climate
• temperature
• weather
• air pressure

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Which BEST describes why latitudes closest to the equator have warmer climates?

• they are at lower elevations
• they receive more solar energy
• they are nearer to ocean currents
• they get more winds that carry energy in the form of heat

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

What is the measure of distance in degrees north and south from the equator?

• latitude
• longitude
• elevation
• topography

What is the weather conditions in an area over a long period of time?

• climate
• temperature
• elevation
• precipitation

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Which is not a source of carbon dioxide?

• forest fires
• volcanoes
• glaciers
• use of fossil fuel

Which of these negative effects is  most likely to occur because of global warming?

• rising sea levels
• shorter growing seasons
• increased volcanic eruptions
• falling sea levels

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Why is the predicted change in human population a concern for climate change

• fewer resources will be needed as this change occurs
• Earth cools as resources are used
• greenhouse gases will be depleted as resources are used more
• more greenhouse gases will be added to atmosphere as more resources are used

Which natural process removes carbon dioxide from the atmosphere?

• forest fires
• volcanic eruptions
• cellular respiration
• photosynthesis

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NGSS.MS-LS1-6

Which of the following correctly states an observation that helps to explain circulation patterns in the atmosphere?

• Cold air rises and warms as it rises.
• Warm air rises and cools as it rises.
• Cold air can hold more water vapor than warm air.
• All of the above. 

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6