Chapter 14: Heat Transfer in Earth's Systems

Question 1

The lowest layer of the atmosphere is the _______.

Answer 1

troposphere

Question 2

The _______ layer contains the ozone layer.

Answer 2

stratosphere

Question 3

The _______ is the coldest layer of the atmosphere.

Answer 3

mesosphere

Question 4

The layer where satellites orbit is the _______.

Answer 4

exosphere

Question 5

The transfer of heat through space is called _______.

Answer 5

radiation

Question 6

Heat transfer by direct contact is called _______.

Answer 6

conduction

Question 7

Heat transfer through fluids is called _______.

Answer 7

convection

Question 8

Warm air is _______ dense than cool air.

Answer 8

less

Question 9

Air moves from areas of high pressure to areas of _______ pressure.

Answer 9

low

Question 10

The Sun’s energy reaches Earth through _______.

Answer 10

radiation

Question 11

The movement of warm air rising and cool air sinking creates _______ currents.

Answer 11

convection

Question 12

The water cycle is powered by _______ energy.

Answer 12

solar

Question 13

Evaporation occurs when water changes from liquid to _______.

Answer 13

vapor

Question 14

Condensation forms _______ from water vapor.

Answer 14

clouds

Question 15

The cycle of water on Earth is called the _______ cycle.

Answer 15

water

Question 16

Heat from Earth’s surface is transferred to the air by _______.

Answer 16

conduction

Question 17

Weather occurs in the _______ layer.

Answer 17

troposphere

Question 18

The Sun heats Earth _______ across the globe.

Answer 18

unevenly

Question 19

_______ fronts often bring storms and changing weather.

Answer 19

Cold

Question 20

The average weather over a long period is called _______.

Answer 20

climate

Question 21

Tropical zones are found near the _______.

Answer 21

equator

Question 22

Polar zones are located near the _______ and South Poles.

Answer 22

North

Question 23

Ocean _______ help transfer heat around the globe.

Answer 23

currents

Question 24

Greenhouse gases can trap more _______ in the atmosphere.

Answer 24

heat

Question 25

Changes in long-term weather patterns are called climate _______.

Answer 25

change

Question 26

Which layer of the atmosphere contains weather?

Answer 26

A. Troposphere B. Stratosphere C. Mesosphere D. Thermosphere

Question 27

What type of heat transfer occurs through direct contact?

Answer 27

A. Convection B. Radiation C. Conduction D. Evaporation

Question 28

What causes warm air to rise?

Answer 28

A. It is more dense B. It is pulled by gravity C. It is less dense D. It is heavier

Question 29

Which process moves heat through fluids like air and water?

Answer 29

A. Conduction B. Convection C. Radiation D. Reflection

Question 30

What drives the water cycle?

Answer 30

A. Wind B. Sunlight C. Earth’s rotation D. Volcanoes

Question 31

Which form of heat transfer allows the Sun’s energy to reach Earth?

Answer 31

A. Conduction B. Convection C. Radiation D. Fusion

Question 32

What happens when water vapor condenses?

Answer 32

A. It evaporates B. It forms clouds C. It freezes D. It disappears

Question 33

Which zone has the coldest climate?

Answer 33

A. Tropical B. Temperate C. Polar D. Coastal

Question 34

What is the difference between weather and climate?

Answer 34

A. Weather lasts longer B. Climate is short-term C. Climate is long-term D. They are the same

Question 35

How does heat transfer in the ocean affect climate?

Answer 35

A. It doesn't affect climate B. It creates sunlight C. It distributes heat D. It cools the Sun

Question 36

What kind of pressure does rising warm air create?

Answer 36

A. High pressure B. Low pressure C. No pressure D. Equal pressure

Question 37

Why does Earth have seasons?

Answer 37

A. Because it spins fast B. Due to the Moon C. Due to Earth’s tilt D. Because of volcanoes

Question 38

Where does conduction mostly occur?

Answer 38

A. In space B. In solids C. In gases D. In liquids

Question 39

Which atmospheric layer contains the ozone layer?

Answer 39

A. Troposphere B. Mesosphere C. Stratosphere D. Thermosphere

Question 40

What are convection currents responsible for?

Answer 40

A. Ozone loss B. Radio waves C. Weather patterns D. Seasons

Question 41

How is most heat transferred in the troposphere?

Answer 41

A. Radiation B. Convection C. Fusion D. Reflection

Question 42

What kind of weather is often caused by cold fronts?

Answer 42

A. Clear skies B. Warm weather C. Storms D. Fog

Question 43

What does a low-pressure system usually bring?

Answer 43

A. Sunny weather B. Dry air C. Stormy weather D. Calm skies

Question 44

Where are tropical climates found?

Answer 44

A. Near the poles B. Near the equator C. In deserts D. In mountains

Question 45

Which term describes long-term atmospheric conditions?

Answer 45

A. Weather B. Front C. Pressure D. Climate

Question 46

What do ocean currents transport?

Answer 46

A. Sand B. Salt C. Heat D. Air

Question 47

Which layer of the atmosphere burns up meteors?

Answer 47

A. Stratosphere B. Mesosphere C. Exosphere D. Troposphere

Question 48

Which layer is the hottest due to absorption of solar radiation?

Answer 48

A. Troposphere B. Thermosphere C. Stratosphere D. Mesosphere

Question 49

What can happen if greenhouse gases increase too much?

Answer 49

A. Earth cools down B. More oxygen C. Climate change D. Less sunlight

Question 50

Which part of the Earth receives the most direct sunlight year-round?

Answer 50

A. Poles B. Equator C. Temperate zones D. Mountains