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Atmospheric Moisture and Precipitation — Unit test Answers

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Which correctly lists three water sources that contribute to a river system?

A
groundwater, ponds, streams
B
lakes, rivers, ponds
C
rivers, streams, watersheds
D
streams, lakes, oceans
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Which is one factor that adds to the greenhouse effect?

A
a decrease in the amount of dust in the atmosphere
B
a decrease in the amount of water on Earth’s surface
C
an increase in gases in the atmosphere that absorb heat
D
an increase in the amount of solar radiation that reflects into space
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A farmer is analyzing cross sections of his land to determine where to build a well. Which phrase describes the best area to dig down to the groundwater?

A
where the saturated zone is 15 meters deep
B
where the water table is at 100 meters deep
C
where the unsaturated zone is 50 meters thick
D
where there is a 25-meter thick clay layer at the surface
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Which refers to solid ice that condenses and forms on surfaces like grass or windows?

A
dew
B
frost
C
hail
D
sleet
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Which action causes breakers?

A
Waves hit the shore at an angle and transport sand.
B
Water flows away from the shore and moves sand with it.
C
Underwater earthquakes cause motion throughout ocean water.
D
Waves meet the shore and cause the crest to spill over the trough.

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