Which phrase accurately describes the lithosphere?

land that makes up Earth's surface and land beneath the ocean's surface

What is the main way elevation influences climate?

The air holds less heat at high altitudes

Which statement about weathering are accurate?

The longer a rock is exposed to wind, the more weathered it becomes

Which of the following is an example of a geographic stereotype?

Everyone in the south loves country music

How can mountains affect climate?

Mountains near the ocean can cool air as it moves to the other side

Since tectonic plates are always in motion, which of these is most likely true?

The location and shape of Earth's continents have changed over time.

studbud

Semester 1 Exam Review

18 termsStudBud Administration580 plays

Imported from external platform

Flashcards18 cardsFPractice quizPHost liveL

Questions 18

Answers

1
Map projections distort some aspects of a map. Select which distortions are possible below:
All of the above
Sizes
Distances
Shapes
2
Which phrase accurately describes the lithosphere?
only the landforms underwater
all living things on or near the surface of the Earth
the system that consists of Earth's water
land that makes up Earth's surface and land beneath the ocean's surface
3
What is the main way elevation influences climate?
The air is generally cooler at lower altitudes
There is more wind at lower altitudes
The air holds more heat at high altitudes
The air holds less heat at high altitudes
4
Which statement about weathering are accurate?
Weathering takes place mainly within Earth's biosphere
The longer a rock is exposed to wind, the more weathered it becomes
Weathering only takes place in the Northern Hemisphere
All rocks weather at the same rate, whatever their composition
5
Which of the following is an example of a geographic stereotype?
Winters are colder in Minnesota than in Florida.
Everyone in the south loves country music
Wheat is widely grown throughout the Great Plains
Spanish is the official language of Mexico
6
How can mountains affect climate?
Mountains tend to warm the air as it passes from one side to the other
Mountains near the ocean tend to have the same climate throughout a region
Mountains near the ocean can cool air as it moves to the other side
Mountains cause air to become dry and decrease rainfall throughout a region
7
Since tectonic plates are always in motion, which of these is most likely true?
Every location on the Earth has an equal probability of earthquakes
No land will be located above sea level millions of years from now
Tectonic plate motion is largely responsible for the formation of deserts.
The location and shape of Earth's continents have changed over time.
8
Which term describes all things living on or near the surface of the Earth?
the lithosphere
the hydrosphere
the atmosphere
the biosphere
9
Which absolute location is closest to the Equator?
4° S, 78° E
63° N, 78° W
14° S, 85° E
21° N, 156° E
10
Which region is defined by common human or physical characteristics, such as the Rocky Mountains for state boundaries?
Functional region
Ecological region
Perceptual region
Formal region
11
Which are typical characteristics of urban areas?
all of the above
highly developed infrastructure
Large, diverse population
High population density
12
Which of the following is most likely to change the culture of a region?
human migration
an earthquake
a heavy snowstorm
widespread flooding
13
Which region is defined by being a central place that people can look for entertainment, jobs, and shopping?
Ecological region
Formal region
Perceptual region
Functional region
14
Which type of biome is most often found clustered around the Equator?
Highland
Grassland
Tropical rainforest
Temperate grassland
15
Which is an example of the human characteristics of a place?
Mountains
Climate
Natural Resources
Religion
16
Which is an example of a push factor?
Cheap housing prices
Crop failure
Political stability
Religious freedom
17
Which region is defined by a common understanding that developed over time, such as The Bible Belt or Cajun Country.
ecological region
Formal region
Perceptual region
Functional region
18
Which of the following is responsible for the growth of mountains like Mt. Everest?
Volcanic activity
Glacial movement
Plate-tectonic force
Erosion and weathering

Semester 1 Exam Review Flashcards | StudBud