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Final Exam Environmental Science

Authored by Natalie Guedry

Science

12th Grade

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

If Earth did not have an atmosphere, most of the energy from the sun would

be reflected back into space.

be absorbed by Earth’s oceans.

be absorbed by Earth’s landmasses.

never reach Earth’s surface.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main cause for global wind patterns?

currents in the ocean affect the air above it

unequal heating of different parts of Earth

differences in elevation on different landmasses

greenhouse gases

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happens as a result of the ocean’s absorption of carbon dioxide?

It increases precipitation.

It slows down prevailing winds.

It causes a cooling effect.

It speeds up ocean currents.

Tags

NGSS.HS-ESS3-5

NGSS.HS-ESS2-6

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Global warming refers specifically to an increase in

the number of storms on Earth.

precipitation from Earth’s atmosphere.

temperatures everywhere on Earth.

Earth’s average surface temperature.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-5

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Scientists determine current climate conditions by

making direct measurements.

creating computer models.

examining ice cores.

using proxy indicators.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

As a result of global warming, some plant species in the mountains of California have

shifted their locations higher into the mountains.

developed shorter root systems.

increased the amount of area they cover.

become extinct.

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NGSS.HS-LS4-5

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the biggest danger posed by global warming to people living in coastal areas?

increased precipitation

increased acidity of sea water

lack of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere

rising sea level

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-5

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