Earth's Global Climate System Quiz

What is the foundation of Earth's global climate system?

• The hydrologic cycle

• The electromagnetic radiation from the sun

• The Earth's rotation on its axis

• The movement of tectonic plates

Which of the following is NOT a method by which heat is transferred in the climate system?

• Reflection

• Absorption

• Storage

• Photosynthesis

What can cause climate change according to the text?

• Alterations in Earth's systems and processes

• Constant weather changes

• The Earth's rotation on its axis

• The movement of tectonic plates

What type of evidence indicates that past climate changes were either sudden or gradual?

• Anthropological evidence

• Geological evidence

• Biological evidence

• Chemical evidence

What is the difference between weather and climate as described in the text?

• Weather is monitored to be the same over long periods, while climate changes constantly.

• Climate is monitored to be the same over long periods, while weather changes constantly.

• Weather and climate both change constantly.

• Weather and climate are the same things.

What is one of the factors that affect Earth's climate according to the learning material?

• Earth's rotation

• Earth's tilt

• Earth's magnetic field

• Earth's core temperature

What is cooler due to higher altitude?

• Cities

• Forests

• A region with high altitude

• Dry climates

What do roads and buildings in cities do with the sun's radiation?

• Reflect

• Absorb

• Scatter

• Transmit

Urban areas are often _______ than the nearby rural areas and forests.

• Cooler

• The same temperature

• Warmer

• More humid

Highly urbanized areas that absorb heat are called what?

• Heat zones

• Heat islands

• Heat sectors

• Heat spots