Climate change has affected both atmospheric surface temperatures as well as ocean surface temperatures. The interactions between ocean and atmosphere have caused global impact on weather patterns. An example of this has been in the Pacific Ocean where scientists have observed colder temperatures than average and increased rainfall. This has been the result of what phenomenon?

Which of the following is not caused by the ocean’s increased absorption of heat from the atmosphere?

What property of water enables oceans to have a significant influence on climate by absorbing and storing heat energy?​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

When traveling from the coast of Florida to an inland city such as Orlando during hot summer months, temperatures tend to be higher inland than at coastal beaches in the region. What accurately describes why this is the case?

According to the South Florida Water Management District, Florida’s climate has a wet and a dry season. In any year, a drought can take place during the wet season. Which of the following is a true statement about the impact of droughts?

Oceans are natural carbon sinks, capable of absorbing at least a quarter of atmospheric carbon. For many years, the atmospheric levels of carbon was lower than the emission levels because of the capture of carbon in the oceans. However, the oceans may be reaching the limit of carbon they can hold. In 2009, a study showed that the southern Indian Ocean was less effective at absorbing atmospheric carbon than it had been previously. Eventually, the oceans will be unable to absorb and hold any additional carbon. What is the most likely consequence for atmospheric carbon dioxide levels if the oceans become unable to absorb and hold additional carbon?

Which of these would be the most appropriate human response as a result of this weather alert?

Which statement is the most likely reason some people from northern locations move to Florida for a few months each year?

A long period of high heat and humidity can have long- and short-term effects on Florida's residents. Which of these is a long-term health risk to Florida residents caused by high heat and humidity?

The Gulf Stream is a strong Atlantic Ocean current that begins at the tip of Florida. The portion that lies off the coast of Florida is called the Florida current.  Researchers are working to use the current as a source of renewable energy. How would this research negatively affect Florida? 

In certain emergency situations, swimmers in waters off the Florida coast are advised to do one of the following: Swim parallel to the shore. Swim at an angle back to shore. *Remain floating until you no longer feel a strong pull.

The above directions are designed as a response to what emergency situation?

In certain emergency situations, swimmers in waters off the Florida coast are advised to do one of the following: Swim parallel to the shore. Swim at an angle back to shore. *Remain floating until you no longer feel a strong pull.

The above directions are designed as a response to what emergency situation?

Earth's climate change may be triggered by internal and external conditions.  Which of the following would not be considered an external factor that might affect climate change?

Surface currents redistribute heat from the equator towards the poles.  Why are the climate and waters around the Galapagos much cooler than would be expected, given their proximity to the equator?

The Earth's ocean conveyor system helps move water from cold regions to warm tropical regions.  Which of the following factors is not a cause of the conveyor system?

Which of the following is not a reason that the ocean affects climate?

Even prior to protection by the national government the Florida Everglades were sparsely populated. The density of permanent residents was lower there than in other parts of southern Florida. What is the most probable reason for relatively fewer people living in the Everglades?

Oceans heat up and release water into the atmosphere as a gas. This helps moderate temperatures.  Which of the following is occurring?

There is a trend among some environmentalists toward heating their homes with wood or wood pellets rather than fossil fuels such as coal, natural gas, or oil. What reason might such people give for using wood rather than fossil fuels?

Riptides are dangerous currents that often occur after tropical storms. Florida communities along the coast have put many strategies in place to keep people safe. What is one riptide safety strategy that Florida beach communities avoid?

A flash flood is a fast-moving water stream that may occur with little or no warning. In Florida, flash floods are an effect of hurricanes. What is one effect that flash floods have on humans in Florida?

When a tropical storm heads toward Florida, some residents need to evacuate their homes to stay safe from the risks of flooding, damaging winds, and rain. To avoid the risk of evacuation, where should people reside?

Earth’s climate can be affected by natural factors such as changes in volcanic activity, solar output, and Earth's orbit around the Sun. Climate change can also be caused by human activities such as the burning of fossil fuels and the conversion of land for forestry and agriculture. The increase of which greenhouse gas due to human activity has had the greatest impact on global climate in the past century?

The carbon cycle interacts with the hydrosphere, but carbon is not easily removed from this environment.  Therefore, the oceans are often referred to as a carbon sink. What is one way carbon is removed from the ocean?