Global Change — Cumulative exam Answers

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What gives ocean waves energy?

A
spits
B
wave erosion
C
sea stack
D
wind
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The two main parts of a wave are the

A
swell and whitecap.
B
wavelength and wave height.
C
crest and trough.
D
rise and dip.
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While an important source of freshwater, groundwater is not as widely used as rivers and springs.

A
T
B
F
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The main factors that affect an area’s temperature are prevailing winds and mountains.

A
T
B
F
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Lines on a weather map that connect areas of equal air pressure are

A
isobars
B
contour lines
C
barometric lines
D
pressure bars
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Please select the word from the list that best fits the definition

A
cumulus
B
fog
C
stratus
D
cumulonimbus
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The Pacific and Atlantic Oceans are separated into north and south halves by:

A
North and South America.
B
the Equator.
C
the Prime Meridian.
D
currents.
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Finding a high place to wait is a safety measure during a

A
thunderstorm.
B
tornado.
C
hurricane.
D
flash flood.
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How is groundwater replenished?

A
precipitation
B
streams
C
rivers
D
all of the above

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