EMILY - Earth Science sem 1 wk 1

Front

What gas was likely abundant in Earth's early atmosphere along with water vapor and nitrogen?

Back

Carbon dioxide.

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What subspecialty of Earth science studies long-term weather patterns?

Back

Climatology.

Front

What is the term for the explanation of symbols on a map?

Back

Legend.

Front

What are the smaller units into which each degree of latitude or longitude is divided?

Back

Minutes.

Front

What information can GPS satellites NOT relay?

Back

Weather.

Front

What is the primary focus of geochemistry?

Back

The study of the chemical composition of Earth and its processes.

Front

What is the definition of climatology?

Back

The study of climate, which is the long-term pattern of weather in a particular area.

Front

What is the purpose of a map legend?

Back

To explain what the symbols on a map represent.

Front

How many minutes are in one degree of latitude or longitude?

Back

60 minutes.

Front

What is the difference between weather and climate?

Back

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