FCHS Earth Systems: Unit 7 Test, Pt. 3- SES5.f (Climate Change)

Which of the following best describes the Milankovitch cycles?

• Short-term weather patterns

• Long-term changes in Earth's orbit and axis affecting climate

• Ocean current fluctuations

• Volcanic eruptions

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How do Milankovitch cycles influence Earth's climate over thousands of years?

• By changing the amount of solar energy Earth receives

• By causing more volcanic eruptions

• By increasing greenhouse gas emissions

• By changing ocean salinity

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If Earth's albedo were to decrease significantly due to widespread ice melt, what would be the likely effect on global climate?

• The climate would cool because less sunlight is reflected

• The climate would warm because more sunlight is absorbed

• The climate would remain unchanged

• The climate would become more stable

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A city replaces a large park with concrete buildings. How might this affect the local albedo and temperature?

• Albedo increases, temperature decreases

• Albedo decreases, temperature decreases

• Albedo decreases, temperature increases

• Albedo increases, temperature increases

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Why are low-lying coastal areas particularly vulnerable to sea level rise?

• They are far from the ocean

• They are at or near sea level, so small increases can cause flooding

• They have more rainfall

• They are protected by mountains

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NGSS.HS-ESS3-5

A country is planning to build sea walls to protect against rising sea levels. What other strategies could be used to adapt to or mitigate the effects of sea level rise?

• Relocating communities and restoring coastal wetlands

• Increasing fossil fuel use

• Building more roads near the coast

• Reducing renewable energy sources

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What is the primary cause of global warming?

• Increased volcanic activity

• Increased greenhouse gas emissions from human activities

• Decreased solar output

• Changes in Earth's orbit

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Which of the following is NOT a greenhouse gas?

• Methane

• Carbon Dioxide

• Oxygen

• Water vapor

• The sun's output has increased significantly

• There has been a large increase in greenhouse gas emissions from burning fossil fuels

• The Earth's orbit has changed dramatically

• There have been more volcanic eruptions

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• All species will thrive equally

• Some species will migrate, adapt, or face extinction due to changing climates

• No species will be affected

• Only aquatic species will be affected

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