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1
In which sphere is the ozone layer located?
lithosphere
hydrosphere
biosphere
atmosphere
2
What is the name for the climate profile showing temperature and moisture for a given location?
weather profile
bioclimate profile
climate graph
bioaccumulation profile
3
Earth's global climate system includes:
water, air, land, living things
air, land, water
living things, temperature
air pressure and humidity
4
The climate of a region determines what biotic factors?
human activity
plants and animals
animals
plants
5
A climatologist studies climate. What does a meteorologist study?
meteors
weather
polar bears
cuts of meat
6
What is the name for a something that traps thermal energy for later use?
heat sink
thermometer
heat lamp
thermal wrap
7
Which of the following is
not
an indicator for weather?
cloud cover
season
temperature
humidity
8
True or False: Areas closer to the equator generally have warmer temperatures.
false
true
9
Where does most of Earth's energy originate?
the Moon
its core
Polaris
the Sun
10
How many major climate zones are there on Earth?
9
5
3
7
11
What is defined as the average weather in a region over a long period of time?
climate
eon
summer
average temperature
12
True or False: All of the Sun's rays hit the Earth's surface at the same angle.
false
true
13
Which sphere is comprised of layers of gases surrounding Earth?
hydrosphere
lithosphere
biosphere
atmosphere
14
Which one is more detailed: ecozone or climate zone?
climate zone
ecozone
15
Which sphere is comprised of land formations, such as mountains?
hydrosphere
atmosphere
biosphere
lithosphere