Thermal radiation, Earth's movements

How does solar energy primarily travel through space to reach Earth?

• Through conduction

• Through convection

• Through radiation

• Through reflection

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What happens to solar energy when it reaches Earth's atmosphere?

• It is completely absorbed by the atmosphere

• It is entirely reflected back into space

• It is partially absorbed and partially reflected

• It is converted into sound energy

Which of the following best describes the process of Earth's rotation?

• Earth spinning on its axis

• Earth orbiting around the Sun

• The Sun moving around Earth

• The Moon orbiting Earth

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

What is the primary reason for the change in seasons on Earth?

• The distance of Earth from the Sun

• The tilt of Earth's axis

• The speed of Earth's rotation

• The shape of Earth's orbit

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

Which of the following statements is true about Earth's revolution?

• It takes 24 hours for one complete revolution

• It takes 365.25 days for one complete revolution

• It causes day and night

• It is responsible for the phases of the Moon

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

What happens to solar energy that is absorbed by Earth's surface?

• It is stored as chemical energy

• It is converted into thermal energy (infrared radiation= heat)

• It is reflected back into space

• It is used for photosynthesis

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Which of the following is a consequence of Earth's rotation?

• The occurrence of seasons

• The occurrence of day and night

• The variation in solar energy received

• The change in Earth's distance from the Sun

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

How does the angle of sunlight affect the amount of solar energy received at a location on Earth?

• A higher angle results in less energy

• A lower angle results in more energy

• A higher angle results in more energy

• The angle does not affect the energy received

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

What is the primary form of energy transfer from the Sun to Earth?

• Mechanical energy

• Electromagnetic energy

• Nuclear energy

• Chemical energy

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

Which of the following factors does NOT affect the amount of solar energy received at a particular location on Earth?

• The time of day

• The latitude of the location

• The distance from the Sun

• The presence of clouds