7GEO Quiz

Which layer of the atmosphere is where most weather happens and most planes fly?

• Stratosphere

• Mesosphere

• Thermosphere

• Troposphere

Which layer of the atmosphere is closest to the Earth's surface?

• Stratosphere

• Mesosphere

• Troposphere

• Thermosphere

Which of the following statements is true about climate?

• It can change within a few minutes or hours.

• It is the same as weather.

• It takes very long time to change.

• It is the amount of rainfall in a year.

Which of the following best describes weather?

• The weather conditions over a long period.

• The average temperature of a region.

• The day-to-day atmospheric conditions.

• The amount of rainfall in a year.

In which climatic zone is the city of Rockhampton located?

• Tropical wet

• Subtropical dry summer

• Hot semi-desert

• Mild wet

Which layer of the atmosphere is closest to Earth’s surface?

• Stratosphere

• Mesosphere

• Troposphere

• Thermosphere

What is the potential outcome of a natural hazard?

• No impact

• Serious material damage and loss of life

• Minor inconvenience

• Regular weather changes

Which type of hazard includes earthquakes and volcanoes?

• Geological

• Atmospheric

• Hydrological

• Biological

What is the rush of air we experience called?

• Rain

• Wind

• Fog

• Snow

What does a measurement of 1020 hPa indicate?

• High atmospheric pressure, where air is sinking

• Low atmospheric pressure, where air is rising

• Average atmospheric pressure

• No significant atmospheric change