Mid Unit Review

Which process involves the transformation of sedimentary rock into igneous rock?

• Cooling

• Weathering

• Heat and Pressure

• Melting

What is the correct order of the atmospheric layers from the surface of the Earth upwards?

• Stratosphere, Troposphere, Mesosphere, Thermosphere, Exosphere

• Troposphere, Stratosphere, Mesosphere, Thermosphere, Exosphere

• Mesosphere, Troposphere, Stratosphere, Thermosphere, Exosphere

• Exosphere, Thermosphere, Mesosphere, Stratosphere, Troposphere

Which of the following is a factor that affects climate?

• Rock Cycle

• Weather Patterns

• Latitude

• Sedimentary Processes

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What is the main difference between weather and climate?

• Weather is long-term; climate is short-term

• Weather is short-term; climate is long-term

• Weather is predictable; climate is unpredictable

• Weather is constant; climate changes daily

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Which climate zone is characterized by extremely cold temperatures?

• Tropical Zone

• Temperate Zone

• Polar Zone

• Continental Zone

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What type of air mass is characterized by very cold and dry conditions?

• mP

• cT

• cA

• mT

Which layer of the atmosphere is directly above the troposphere?

• Exosphere

• Mesosphere

• Stratosphere

• Thermosphere

Which process involves the transformation of igneous rock into sedimentary rock?

• Cooling

• Solidifying

• Weathering/Cementation

• Melting

Which factor does NOT affect climate?

• Latitude

• Altitude

• Rock Cycle

• Air/Ocean Current

What is the primary characteristic of the tropical climate zone?

• Cold temperatures

• Moderate temperatures

• High temperatures and humidity

• Dry conditions

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