Earth's Systems

Front

What layer of the atmosphere contains clouds?

Back

Troposphere

Front

In which direction do winds move during daytime convection at the coast?

Back

The winds move from the sea to the land.

Front

What type of tectonic plate boundary formed the Cascade Mountain Range, Andes Mountains, and Himalayas?

Back

Convergent tectonic plate boundary.

Front

Which soil particle has the lowest water infiltration rates?

Back

Clay.

Front

What happens to temperature as you go higher in the troposphere?

Back

The temperature decreases.

Front

What is the primary function of the Earth's atmosphere?

Back

To protect life by filtering harmful solar radiation and maintaining temperature.

Front

What is convection in the context of Earth's systems?

Back

The transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (liquids and gases).

Front

What are the three main types of tectonic plate boundaries?

Back

Convergent, Divergent, and Transform.

Front

What is the difference between weather and climate?

Back

Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to long-term patterns.

Front

What is the water cycle?

Back

The continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth.