Astronomy 211 EXAM 3 2012 April 20 Except for questions 22 and
... Except for questions 22 and 40 marks/answers on these sheets are not graded. Answer TRUE or FALSE (not T or F ) (2 pts each) 1. The Earth’s surface is heated more by the troposphere than by direct sunlight. 2. Geostrophic balance: the Coriolis force on moving air (i.e., a wind) is balanced by a pres ...
... Except for questions 22 and 40 marks/answers on these sheets are not graded. Answer TRUE or FALSE (not T or F ) (2 pts each) 1. The Earth’s surface is heated more by the troposphere than by direct sunlight. 2. Geostrophic balance: the Coriolis force on moving air (i.e., a wind) is balanced by a pres ...
6th Regular Study Guide-Canu
... 14. The earth’s atmosphere is mostly made up of which gas? 15. The thin layer of gas that surrounds the Earth is called the Earth’s _______________ 16. Which is the layer where humans live and weather occurs? 17. Which is the coldest layer? 18. Which is the hottest, uppermost layer? 19. How many lay ...
... 14. The earth’s atmosphere is mostly made up of which gas? 15. The thin layer of gas that surrounds the Earth is called the Earth’s _______________ 16. Which is the layer where humans live and weather occurs? 17. Which is the coldest layer? 18. Which is the hottest, uppermost layer? 19. How many lay ...
Chapter Test A The Dynamic Earth
... _____ 13. Which of the following is not one of the physical layers of Earth? a. mantle c. asthenosphere b. core d. crust _____ 14. The energy released by an earthquake occurs in the form of a. volcanic eruptions. c. faults. b. seismic waves. d. magnitude. _____ 15. The melted rock that forms a volca ...
... _____ 13. Which of the following is not one of the physical layers of Earth? a. mantle c. asthenosphere b. core d. crust _____ 14. The energy released by an earthquake occurs in the form of a. volcanic eruptions. c. faults. b. seismic waves. d. magnitude. _____ 15. The melted rock that forms a volca ...
Dimensions of the Earth
... together by gravity. The spheres of Earth are arranged from least dense (atmosphere) to most dense (geosphere) depending on how close they are found to the Earth’s center. ...
... together by gravity. The spheres of Earth are arranged from least dense (atmosphere) to most dense (geosphere) depending on how close they are found to the Earth’s center. ...
Social Studies World Geography: Our Physical World Nov. 1, 11
... The earth is also made up of 4 spheres that overlap and interact. These are The Atmosphere, The Lithosphere, The Hydrosphere and The Biosphere. Definitions: The Atmosphere: All of the air surrounding the earth. Air includes all gasses. The Lithosphere: All rocks, crust, mantle, core, soil, etc. ( ...
... The earth is also made up of 4 spheres that overlap and interact. These are The Atmosphere, The Lithosphere, The Hydrosphere and The Biosphere. Definitions: The Atmosphere: All of the air surrounding the earth. Air includes all gasses. The Lithosphere: All rocks, crust, mantle, core, soil, etc. ( ...
2 Quarter Review Questions 1. The curved paths of global winds
... 7. When surface water evaporates and leaves solids behind does it cause the water to be more or less dense? ______________________ p. 126 8. Why is the process of upwelling important? p. 131 9. What is the atmosphere composed of and give the percentages also. p.150 10. What are the two highest layer ...
... 7. When surface water evaporates and leaves solids behind does it cause the water to be more or less dense? ______________________ p. 126 8. Why is the process of upwelling important? p. 131 9. What is the atmosphere composed of and give the percentages also. p.150 10. What are the two highest layer ...
Lec 18 - Agro Meteorology - Development of e
... Beginning of the year temperature of the Indian Peninsular rapidly rises under the increasing heat of the sun. A minimum barometric pressure is established in the interior parts of the Peninsular by the month of March. Westerly winds prevail on the west Kerala and south winds on the west of northern ...
... Beginning of the year temperature of the Indian Peninsular rapidly rises under the increasing heat of the sun. A minimum barometric pressure is established in the interior parts of the Peninsular by the month of March. Westerly winds prevail on the west Kerala and south winds on the west of northern ...
Layer Depth (km) Rigidity
... Origin of Atmosphere •Early H2 and He (light gases)-- “blown away” •Release of gases from interior N2, CO2, CH4, NH3, H2S, HCl, H2O vapor. •Evolution of atmosphere: (a) loss of reactive gases; (b) development of life – much later... CO2 removed and O2 accumulated. ...
... Origin of Atmosphere •Early H2 and He (light gases)-- “blown away” •Release of gases from interior N2, CO2, CH4, NH3, H2S, HCl, H2O vapor. •Evolution of atmosphere: (a) loss of reactive gases; (b) development of life – much later... CO2 removed and O2 accumulated. ...
Chapter 1.2-Spheres
... 6th : Once your piles are set, raise your hand and I will come over to check your work. 7th: When all groups are finished you will receive ...
... 6th : Once your piles are set, raise your hand and I will come over to check your work. 7th: When all groups are finished you will receive ...
Outline
... – Is less than that received in low latitudes Earth’s seasons • Earth’s axis is tilted 23½º from vertical • Northern and Southern Hemispheres are alternately tilted toward and away from the Sun • Causes longer days and more intense solar radiation during summer Oceanic heat flow • A net heat gain is ...
... – Is less than that received in low latitudes Earth’s seasons • Earth’s axis is tilted 23½º from vertical • Northern and Southern Hemispheres are alternately tilted toward and away from the Sun • Causes longer days and more intense solar radiation during summer Oceanic heat flow • A net heat gain is ...
Name: June Proficiency Exam Study Guide 7th Grade Honors
... 21. What are the layers of the atmosphere? List important facts about each layer. Be sure to include information about changes in temperature and pressure!! Troposphere: surface-weather Stratosphere: ozone layer, airplane fly Mesosphere: meteors Thermosphere: satellites Ionosphere: Auroras Exosphere ...
... 21. What are the layers of the atmosphere? List important facts about each layer. Be sure to include information about changes in temperature and pressure!! Troposphere: surface-weather Stratosphere: ozone layer, airplane fly Mesosphere: meteors Thermosphere: satellites Ionosphere: Auroras Exosphere ...
Composition Of The Atmosphere
... sea spray from breaking waves, all lifted into the atmosphere by surface winds. • These microscopic solid and liquid particles are together called Aerosols. Ozone Depletion • Another important part of the atmosphere is Ozone (03); ozone is made of three oxygen atoms joined together. • Under normal c ...
... sea spray from breaking waves, all lifted into the atmosphere by surface winds. • These microscopic solid and liquid particles are together called Aerosols. Ozone Depletion • Another important part of the atmosphere is Ozone (03); ozone is made of three oxygen atoms joined together. • Under normal c ...
Weather Powerpoint
... Soil and vegetation reflect less solar radiation than water. The solar radiation heats up the very top of the land surface. It cannot penetrate the soil at a deep level. Vegetation absorbs solar radiation and stores it for energy. ...
... Soil and vegetation reflect less solar radiation than water. The solar radiation heats up the very top of the land surface. It cannot penetrate the soil at a deep level. Vegetation absorbs solar radiation and stores it for energy. ...
Document
... _____ 11. The part of Earth that contains the air we breathe is called the a. hydrosphere. c. geosphere. b. atmosphere. d. envirosphere. _____ 12. The thin outermost layer of the solid Earth is called the a. asthenosphere. c. outer core. b. mantle. d. crust. _____ 13. An earthquake of magnitude 5.0 ...
... _____ 11. The part of Earth that contains the air we breathe is called the a. hydrosphere. c. geosphere. b. atmosphere. d. envirosphere. _____ 12. The thin outermost layer of the solid Earth is called the a. asthenosphere. c. outer core. b. mantle. d. crust. _____ 13. An earthquake of magnitude 5.0 ...
Meteorology Part 1
... the temperature lower. How do clouds affect Earth’s temperature during the night? Why? Clouds insulate the air, keeping heat from escaping, keeping the temperature higher. ...
... the temperature lower. How do clouds affect Earth’s temperature during the night? Why? Clouds insulate the air, keeping heat from escaping, keeping the temperature higher. ...
C1.7 Changes in Earth and atmosphere
... Describe how the crust and upper mantle are divided into tectonic plates Explain why the tectonic plates move at a few centimetres per year Describe some of the effects of tectonic plate movements, particularly at plate boundaries Describe how Wegener’s theory explained the formation of mountains de ...
... Describe how the crust and upper mantle are divided into tectonic plates Explain why the tectonic plates move at a few centimetres per year Describe some of the effects of tectonic plate movements, particularly at plate boundaries Describe how Wegener’s theory explained the formation of mountains de ...
Atmosphere
... that does not contain mercury. Aneroid means “without liquid”. Altimeter can also measure altitude above sea level. ...
... that does not contain mercury. Aneroid means “without liquid”. Altimeter can also measure altitude above sea level. ...
Chapter Introduction Lesson 1 Earth`s Atmosphere Lesson 4 Air
... absorbs the Sun’s ultraviolet rays more effectively than oxygen. • Ozone protects Earth from ultraviolet rays that can kill plants, animals, and other organisms and cause skin cancer in humans. ...
... absorbs the Sun’s ultraviolet rays more effectively than oxygen. • Ozone protects Earth from ultraviolet rays that can kill plants, animals, and other organisms and cause skin cancer in humans. ...
Document
... When air masses of very different temperature and humidity conditions meet. 47. These statements describe parts of the water cycle and how clouds form. 1. Water evaporates from the earth’s surface as it changes from a liquid to a gas. 2. Water vapor rises with rising, warm air. 3. At higher altitude ...
... When air masses of very different temperature and humidity conditions meet. 47. These statements describe parts of the water cycle and how clouds form. 1. Water evaporates from the earth’s surface as it changes from a liquid to a gas. 2. Water vapor rises with rising, warm air. 3. At higher altitude ...
Lesson 4 For students of Geography, 2 course. Subject
... more effectively than nitrogen or oxygen, so that the amount of carbon dioxide present in the atmosphere is an important factor in air temperature. In recent decades indeed, ever since the onset of the Industrial Revolution-factories, automobiles, and other burners of coal, petroleum, and gas have b ...
... more effectively than nitrogen or oxygen, so that the amount of carbon dioxide present in the atmosphere is an important factor in air temperature. In recent decades indeed, ever since the onset of the Industrial Revolution-factories, automobiles, and other burners of coal, petroleum, and gas have b ...
Volcanoes and Igneous Activity Earth - Chapter 4
... Composition of the atmosphere Variable components of air • Ozone • Three atoms of oxygen (O3) • Distribution not uniform • Concentrated between 10 to 50 kilometers above the surface • Absorbs harmful UV radiation • Human activity is depleting ozone by adding chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) ...
... Composition of the atmosphere Variable components of air • Ozone • Three atoms of oxygen (O3) • Distribution not uniform • Concentrated between 10 to 50 kilometers above the surface • Absorbs harmful UV radiation • Human activity is depleting ozone by adding chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) ...
CST Review - TeacherWeb
... i. Latitude: ____________ (cold/warm) near the poles, ____________(cold/warm) near the tropics. ii. Elevation: _____________(high/low) elevations are ________________ (cold/warm). _____________ (high/low) elevations are ___________________ (cold/warm). iii. Closeness to body of water: Near water tem ...
... i. Latitude: ____________ (cold/warm) near the poles, ____________(cold/warm) near the tropics. ii. Elevation: _____________(high/low) elevations are ________________ (cold/warm). _____________ (high/low) elevations are ___________________ (cold/warm). iii. Closeness to body of water: Near water tem ...
raven_ch05_lecture_modified
... Gases in thin air absorb x-rays and short-wave UV radiation = very hot Source of aurora ...
... Gases in thin air absorb x-rays and short-wave UV radiation = very hot Source of aurora ...
Land, Water, and Air
... • Helps the Earth remain at temperatures that can support life (water absorbs and releases heat) • Earth is the only planet that has water in liquid form ...
... • Helps the Earth remain at temperatures that can support life (water absorbs and releases heat) • Earth is the only planet that has water in liquid form ...
Atmosphere of Earth
The atmosphere of Earth is the layer of gases surrounding the planet Earth that is retained by Earth's gravity. The atmosphere protects life on Earth by absorbing ultraviolet solar radiation, warming the surface through heat retention (greenhouse effect), and reducing temperature extremes between day and night (the diurnal temperature variation).The common name air is given to the atmospheric gases used in breathing and photosynthesis. By volume, dry air contains 78.09% nitrogen, 20.95% oxygen, 0.93% argon, 0.039% carbon dioxide, and small amounts of other gases. Air also contains a variable amount of water vapor, on average around 1% at sea level, and 0.4% over the entire atmosphere. Air content and atmospheric pressure vary at different layers, and air suitable for the survival of terrestrial plants and terrestrial animals is found only in Earth's troposphere and artificial atmospheres.The atmosphere has a mass of about 5.15×1018 kg, three quarters of which is within about 11 km (6.8 mi; 36,000 ft) of the surface. The atmosphere becomes thinner and thinner with increasing altitude, with no definite boundary between the atmosphere and outer space. The Kármán line, at 100 km (62 mi), or 1.57% of Earth's radius, is often used as the border between the atmosphere and outer space. Atmospheric effects become noticeable during atmospheric reentry of spacecraft at an altitude of around 120 km (75 mi). Several layers can be distinguished in the atmosphere, based on characteristics such as temperature and composition.The study of Earth's atmosphere and its processes is called atmospheric science (aerology). Early pioneers in the field include Léon Teisserenc de Bort and Richard Assmann.