Exploring Coasts and Climate Quiz (MYA2)

What is the definition of a coast?

• A large body of saltwater that covers most of the Earth's surface.

• The area where the land meets the sea or ocean.

• A narrow strip of land connecting two larger land areas.

• A large, flat area of land that is higher than the surrounding land.

What is coastal erosion?

• The process of building up land by depositing sediment.

• The wearing away of land by the sea through processes like abrasion and hydraulic action.

• The movement of sediment along the coast by wave action.

• The creation of new landforms by volcanic activity.

What is the primary purpose of coastal management and defenses?

• To increase the number of tourists visiting the coast.

• To protect the coastline from erosion and flooding.

• To create new habitats for marine life.

• To improve the aesthetic appeal of the coastline.

Which of the following is a use of coasts?

• Mining for precious metals

• Agriculture

• Tourism and recreation

• Manufacturing

What is the definition of atmospheric pressure?

• The force exerted by the weight of air in the atmosphere.

• The amount of water vapor in the air.

• The speed and direction of the wind.

• The temperature of the air at a given time.

Which of the following is NOT a weather element?

• Temperature

• Precipitation

• Humidity

• Altitude

What is the primary tool used in GIS for data analysis?

• A barometer

• A map

• A computer software

• A thermometer

Which global climatic zone is characterized by hot, wet summers and mild, dry winters?

• Tropical

• Mediterranean

• Polar

• Desert

Which global climatic zone is found along the equator?

• Tropical

• Mediterranean

• Polar

• Temperate

Which global climatic zone is found near the poles (north pole & south pole)?

• Tropical

• Temperate

• Polar

• Desert