Unit 4- Earth's Systems (Part 2)

Which of the following best describes the interaction between the geosphere and the hydrosphere?

• The geosphere provides nutrients to the biosphere.

• The hydrosphere erodes rocks in the geosphere.

• The atmosphere provides oxygen to the hydrosphere.

• The cryosphere reflects sunlight back into the atmosphere.

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What is the primary difference between weather and climate?

• Weather is the long-term average of atmospheric conditions, while climate is the short-term state.

• Weather refers to atmospheric conditions at a specific time and place, while climate is the long-term average of these conditions.

• Weather includes only temperature and precipitation, while climate includes all atmospheric conditions.

• Weather is influenced by the biosphere, while climate is influenced by the geosphere.

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Explain how ocean currents can affect local weather patterns.

• Ocean currents can increase local humidity by bringing warm water to cooler regions.

• Ocean currents have no effect on local weather patterns.

• Ocean currents only affect the climate, not the weather.

• Ocean currents decrease air pressure by cooling the atmosphere.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Which of the following is an example of the cryosphere interacting with the atmosphere?

• Icebergs melting and adding fresh water to the ocean.

• Snow reflecting sunlight, affecting atmospheric temperature.

• Plants absorbing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.

• Rocks breaking down into soil.

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How does the jet stream influence local weather conditions?

• It increases the temperature by bringing warm air from the equator.

• It decreases humidity by pushing dry air from the poles.

• It can change wind direction and speed, affecting local weather patterns.

• It has no impact on local weather conditions.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Identify the sphere that primarily involves the interaction of living organisms.

• Geosphere

• Hydrosphere

• Biosphere

• Atmosphere

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Describe a scenario where the atmosphere and biosphere interact.

• Rainwater eroding soil.

• Plants releasing oxygen into the atmosphere through photosynthesis.

• Ocean currents warming coastal areas.

• Ice caps melting and raising sea levels.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What role does the hydrosphere play in the water cycle?

• It stores water in the form of ice.

• It provides a medium for weather patterns to develop.

• It is the primary source of water vapor through evaporation.

• It reflects sunlight, affecting atmospheric temperature.

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How do global wind patterns, such as the jet stream, affect precipitation levels in a region?

• They increase precipitation by bringing warm, moist air.

• They decrease precipitation by pushing dry air from the poles.

• They have no effect on precipitation levels.

• They only affect temperature, not precipitation.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Which of the following best describes the relationship between the geosphere and the biosphere?

• The geosphere provides a habitat and nutrients for living organisms.

• The biosphere controls the temperature of the geosphere.

• The geosphere absorbs carbon dioxide from the biosphere.

• The biosphere reflects sunlight, affecting the geosphere.

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