How Solar Radiation Supports Life on Earth Quiz

What is the primary form of solar radiation that reaches Earth?

• Ultraviolet light

• Visible light

• X-rays

• Gamma rays

What is the role of solar energy in ecosystems?

• It is not needed for life forms.

• It provides energy for all life forms.

• It only affects aquatic life.

• It is harmful to ecosystems.

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Which of the following is NOT driven by temperature gradients?

• Atmospheric circulation

• Weather patterns

• Ocean currents

• Plant photosynthesis

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Which factor is crucial for the formation of climate zones?

• Soil type

• Differences in sunlight

• Animal migration

• Human population

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What is a direct effect of solar energy on Earth's surface?

• Creation of temperature gradients

• Increase in ocean salinity

• Formation of mountains

• Decrease in atmospheric pressure

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What is the role of Earth's magnetic field in protecting the planet?

• Absorbs UV light

• Blocks gamma radiation

• Traps infrared light

• Allows photosynthesis

Which type of radiation is not blocked by Earth's magnetic field?

• Gamma radiation

• Ultraviolet light

• Infrared light

• Visible light

What does Earth's orbit around the Sun determine?

• The length of a day

• The length of a year

• The Earth's magnetic field strength

• The Earth's core temperature

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How long does it take for Earth to complete one orbit around the Sun?

• 24 hours

• 30 days

• 365 days

• 10 years

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What drives processes across Earth's systems?

• Wind currents

• Solar radiation

• Ocean tides

• Earth's rotation

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