Unit 3 Depth Study 1 – Natural Systems

Each natural system is defined as:

• A complex network of interconnected elements and processes

• A simple and isolated system with no external interactions

• A man-made structure designed to mimic nature

• A theoretical concept with no real-world application

The main difference between weather and climate is:

• Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions while climate is the average of weather over a long period.

• Weather is the average of climate over a long period while climate refers to short-term atmospheric conditions.

• Weather and climate are the same and can be used interchangeably.

• Weather is only about temperature while climate includes temperature, humidity, and precipitation.

Fill in the blank: Climate is what you ______, weather is what you ___.

• expect, get

• eat; see

• feel; hear

• know; experience

Which of the following is an example of climate variability?

• A) A single rainy day

• B) Below average rainfall over a season

• C) A hot afternoon

• D) A cold morning

Anthropogenic climate change refers to:

• Natural variations in climate patterns

• Climate change caused by human activities

• Climate change caused by volcanic eruptions

• Climate change caused by solar radiation

List two human activities that contribute to anthropogenic climate change.

• Burning fossil fuels and deforestation

• Recycling and composting

• Planting trees and conserving water

• Using solar panels and wind energy

T or F - Temperature decreases with increasing latitude?

• False

• True

2) Altitude influences climate by:

• increasing temperature with height

• decreasing temperature with height

• having no effect on temperature

• causing random temperature changes

The meaning of 'Coalescing' is:

• Combining or merging into a single mass or whole

• Breaking apart into separate pieces

• Remaining unchanged

• Expanding rapidly

'Subpolar' is defined as:

• A region located near the poles, characterized by cold temperatures and ice-covered landscapes.

• A tropical region with high temperatures and humidity.

• A desert region with very low precipitation.

• A temperate region with moderate climate conditions.