Final Reviewer GR7

The Sun’s rays take about 8 minutes to reach Earth’s atmosphere. Which process describes the thermal energy transfer between the Sun and the Earth?

• radiation

• convection

• conduction

A girl’s hands become warm after holding a mug of hot coffee. What process explains this?

• conduction

• convection

• radiation

Ana has to build a fire to keep the campers warm. The heat transfer from the fire keeps the campers warm due to ___.

• radiation

• conduction

• convection

n the water cycle, sunlight causes water to evaporate, rise to form clouds, fall as precipitation, flow into a body of water, and begin the cycle again. What type of energy transfer is occurring as the evaporated water rises?

• convection

• radiation

• conduction

Claire’s hand felt warm after holding a mug of hot coffee for several minutes.  What form of heat transfer caused this?

• conduction

• convection

• radiation

A metal spoon that gets warm when used to stir hot soup is an example of _______.

• conduction

• convection

• radiation

Which heat transfer method occurs when a metal spoon is partially submerged in a mug of hot water?

• conduction

• convection

• radiation

Which of the following is an advanced tool for monitoring seismic activity in real time?

• Global Positioning System (GPS)

• Thermometer

• Anemometer

• Wind vane

Which of the following instruments is used to detect seismic waves during an earthquake?

• Seismograph

• Thermometer

• Compass

• Barometer

How do earthquakes affect the economy of a community?

• They lead to economic loss due to damage to infrastructure.

• They cause a temporary increase in tourism.

• They create new markets for goods.

• They reduce the need for transportation.