Topic 6 Review

What is the primary factor that influences global wind patterns?

• Ocean currents

• Uneven heating of Earth's surface

• Mountain ranges

• Volcanic activity

Which process best describes the water cycle?

• Water moving from clouds to ground only

• Ocean waves creating water vapor

• Continuous movement of water through Earth's systems

• Rivers flowing into oceans

How do air masses affect weather patterns?

• They create permanent weather conditions

• They influence temperature and moisture changes

What causes convection currents in the atmosphere?

• Earth's rotation

• Differences in air pressure and temperature

• Surface water evaporation

• Wind direction changes

Which factor most influences the movement of water in the atmosphere?

• Surface tension

• Gravity

• Solar energy

• Wind speed

How do ocean currents impact weather patterns?

• They only affect marine life

• They have no impact on weather

• They only affect coastal regions

• They have no effect on local weather

What role does air pressure play in weather systems?

• It determines wind direction and strength

• It only affects altitude

• It has no effect on weather

• It only influences ocean currents

Which statement best describes the relationship between temperature and air pressure?

Higher temperature always means higher pressure.

• Wind patterns

• Higher temperature always means higher pressure

• Warm air rises and creates low pressure

• Cold air rises and creates high pressure

What drives the global water cycle?

• Wind patterns

• Ocean currents

• Solar energy

• Earth's rotation