Florida EOC

Which statement BEST explains why the force of a hurricane diminishes as the hurricane moves over land?

• The winds start to spin clockwise.

• The sea level rises on the coast.

• The supply of warm, moist air decreases.

• A high-pressure area develops.

If you were a water droplet in a cloud, what process would you use to move directly to the ocean?

• Transpiration

• Evaporation

• Condensation

• Precipitation

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The diagram below shows how an area progresses over time after a forest fire. What process is illustrated after the forest fire in boxes 4 through 8 of Figure 1?

• Pioneer speciation

• Primary succession

• Secondary succession

• Ecosystem boundaries

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A tall wetland plant, purple loosestrife, was brought from Europe to the USA in the early 1800s. The plant's growth is now so widespread across the USA that it is crowding out several native plants. What is this situation an example of?

• The result of adding new nutrients to the soil

• An unintentional effect of introducing an invasive species to an ecosystem

• The recycling of nutrients through an aquatic ecosystem

• The flow of energy present in all ecosystems in the biosphere.

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Which of the following best describes the role of the Everglades in Florida's ecosystem?

• A) A natural water filtration system

• B) A desert ecosystem

• C) A mountainous region

• D) A coastal reef system

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What is the primary reason for the decline in coral reefs in Florida?

• A) Overfishing

• B) Pollution and rising sea temperatures

• C) Increased tourism

• D) Natural predators

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Which scientific principle explains the formation of hurricanes in the Atlantic Ocean near Florida?

• A) The Coriolis effect

• B) Plate tectonics

• C) The greenhouse effect

• D) The water cycle

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What is the main cause of sinkholes in Florida?

• A) Volcanic activity

• B) Erosion of limestone by acidic water

• C) Earthquakes

• D) Human mining activities

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Which of the following best explains why Florida has a high biodiversity?

• A) Its tropical climate and diverse habitats

• B) Its large urban areas

• C) Its high elevation

• D) Its proximity to the Arctic Circle

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What adaptation allows mangrove trees to survive in the coastal areas of Florida?

• A) Deep root systems

• B) Ability to excrete salt through their leaves

• C) Thick bark to prevent water loss

• D) Brightly colored flowers to attract pollinators