geography Flashcards
rarr (27 cards)
What is the primary industry affected by glaciation?
Tourism
True or False: Glaciation can lead to the formation of new lakes.
True
Fill in the blank: The process of glaciers eroding land is known as _____.
glacial erosion
What are the main factors that influence weather and climate?
Temperature, humidity, precipitation, wind, and atmospheric pressure
Which natural disaster is Hurricane Katrina categorized as?
A hurricane
What year did Hurricane Katrina occur?
2005
What is the capital city of Argentina?
Buenos Aires
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a capital city in South America? A) Lima B) Santiago C) Toronto D) Bogotá
C) Toronto
True or False: Glaciation can affect local ecosystems.
True
What is the capital city of Brazil?
Brasília
Fill in the blank: The capital of Chile is _____.
Santiago
What is the main cause of hurricanes?
Warm ocean waters
Short Answer: Name one effect of Hurricane Katrina on New Orleans.
Severe flooding
Multiple Choice: Which city is the capital of Paraguay? A) Asunción B) La Paz C) Quito D) Caracas
A) Asunción
What phenomenon can lead to increased tourism in glaciated areas?
Skiing and winter sports
True or False: Climate change can accelerate glaciation.
False
What is the capital city of Peru?
Lima
Fill in the blank: The capital of Venezuela is _____.
Caracas
What scale is used to measure hurricane strength?
Saffir-Simpson scale
Short Answer: What is one major impact of glaciation on human activity?
Changes in agriculture and land use
Which capital city is located at the highest elevation in South America?
La Paz, Bolivia
True or False: Weather is the long-term average of atmospheric conditions.
False
What role do glaciers play in the water cycle?
They store freshwater and release it as meltwater.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following cities is NOT a capital in South America? A) Quito B) Montevideo C) Toronto D) Bogotá
C) Toronto
