WorksheetsEarth's Atmosphere and Climate Quiz
Total questions: 26
Worksheet time: 29mins
Ozone in Earth’s atmosphere is important because it
causes rain to fall.
absorbs harmful pollution.
absorbs harmful radiation.
helps clouds form.
Which gas is least abundant in Earth’s atmosphere?
Oxygen
Argon
Carbon dioxide
Water vapor
Solid particles in the atmosphere include salt and
leaves.
ozone.
lightning.
dust.
What is the transfer of heat by vertical movements of air masses called?
convection
subduction
conduction
radiation
Which is NOT one of the four main layers of the atmosphere?
thermosphere
troposphere
lithosphere
mesosphere
Air is denser near Earth’s surface than high in the atmosphere.
True
False
Particles of air in the atmosphere exert pressure on Earth’s surface.
True
False
Air pressure is greater at the top of a mountain than at lower elevations.
True
False
In the troposphere, as air temperature increases with decreasing altitude, generally air pressure increases, too.
True
False
How is climate different from weather?
Weather is more variable
Climate describes only the average weather
Weather is easier to predict
Climate describes the long-term weather patterns
According to the modified Köppen classification system, South Carolina has what kind of climate?
dry
continental
humid subtropical
tropical
Scientists theorize that changes in the tilt of Earth’s axis might be responsible for the cyclical reoccurrence of
volcanic eruptions.
ice ages
high sea levels.
El Niño.
A lowering of global temperatures caused by dust blocking solar radiation can be triggered by
volcanic eruptions.
blizzards.
hurricanes.
El Niño.
What are greenhouse gases?
Gases in the atmosphere that are produced as plants grow.
Gases in the atmosphere that cause rain to become acidic.
Gases in the atmosphere that absorb ultraviolet energy.
Gases in the atmosphere that absorb infrared energy
Earth’s atmosphere is warmer than it would be without a greenhouse effect. Which form of energy is absorbed by the atmosphere and mainly causes this increased temperature?
Radio waves.
Infrared
Visible light.
Ultraviolet.
Currently, the concentration of carbon dioxide in Earth's atmosphere is about 400 parts per million. During the Cretaceous Period, about 110 million years ago, the concentration of carbon dioxide in Earth's atmosphere was about 2,000 parts per million. Based on your knowledge of the greenhouse effect, how do you think the average temperature on Earth 110 million years ago compared to the temperature in modern times?
Temperatures were warmer 110 million years ago than they are in modern times
Temperatures were cooler 110 million years ago than they are in modern times
Temperatures 110 million years ago were about the same as they are in modern times
More information is needed to answer this question.
Currently, the concentration of carbon dioxide in Earth's atmosphere is about 400 parts per million. During the Pleistocene Epoch, about 150 thousand years ago, the concentration of carbon dioxide in Earth's atmosphere was about 200 parts per million. Based on your knowledge of the greenhouse effect, how do you think the average temperature on Earth during the Pleistocene Epoch compared to the temperature in modern times?
Temperatures were warmer 150 thousand years ago than they are in modern times.
Temperatures were cooler 150 thousand years ago than they are in modern times.
Temperatures 150 thousand years ago were about the same as they are in modern times.
More information is needed to answer this question.
Use the diagram to answer the following question. What is the source of all energy that reaches Earth?
The core of Earth
The Sun
Clouds
Earth's surface
Use the diagram to answer the following question. What percentage of the Sun’s energy does Earth’s surface absorb directly or indirectly?
30%
25%
70%
50%
The ______ is the angle of the Earth's axis.
Precession
Tilt
Orbital Eccentricity
Latitude
The wobbling of Earth's axis as it orbits the Sun is called ______.
Tilt
Orbital Eccentricity
Precession
Latitude
Climates are classified according to two major factors:
Latitude and temperature
Precipitation and temperature
Elevation and precipitation
Elevation and latitude
What is the greenhouse effect?
The tilt of the Earth changes the amount of solar energy the Earth receives
Certain gases in the atmosphere trap heat and warm the Earth
The Sun is putting out more radiant energy over time
The Sun is putting out more radiant energy over time
Which of the following is a greenhouse gas?
Water Vapor
CH4
CO2
All gases listed
Without the natural greenhouse effect, Earth’s temperature would be well below freezing. Is this true or false?
True
False
Increased carbon dioxide may cause global warming by trapping more ________ in the atmosphere.
Water
Water Vapor
Gases
