Question 1 (1 point)

Question

Flooding can occur when heavy rain falls in a short amount of time. Which hazard is MOST LIKELY the result of flooding?

floods plaguing New York and New England

a
Strong winds destroy buildings and homes
b
Destruction of homes and land that sit at high elevations
c
Plumes of dirt and dust sent into the air, blocking the sunlight
d
Erosion of land and destruction of ecosystems at lower elevations
Question 2 (1 point)
How has the amount of Carbon Dioxide (CO2) in the atmosphere changed since the Industrial Revolution?Human capital formation during the ...

a
It has remained steady.
b
It increased slightly, then significantly decreased.
c
It has significantly increased.
d
It has significantly decreased.
Question 3 (1 point)
How would life on Earth be affected if the atmosphere did NOT contain greenhouse gases?

(In other words, No Greenhouse Effect!)

Greenhouse gas | Definition, Emissions ...

a
There would likely not be life on Earth because its surface would be much colder and Earth's water would be frozen because the greenhouse effect holds heat.
b
There would likely be a few less organisms on Earth because the lack of greenhouse gases would make Earth a little cooler.
c
There would likely be more diverse life on Earth because the lack of greenhouse gases would make Earth just a little warmer.
d
There would likely not be life on Earth because Earth's surface would be much hotter without the Sun's rays being blocked.
Question 4 (1 point)
Which Geographical characteristic is NOT a factor that causes the different climate zones?

Climate Zones & Ocean Currents Video ...
a
latitude
b
elevation
c
nearness to bodies of water
d
Types of crops grown in the area
Question 5 (1 point)
Global Warming has all the following effects EXCEPT:

Was the global warming pause a myth ...

a
Healthy answer to the Global Water Crisis
b
Melts the Poles
c
Sea level rises, flooding the coastlines
d
Creates more severe and dangerous storms
Question 6 (1 point)
The Sun delivers 3 forms of electromagnetic waves to Earth, which gives us light, warmth and a tan. Which of the following EM wave is not part of this equation?

planet and basics of solar energy ...

a
Infrared radiation
b
X-ray radiation
c
Visible light waves
d
Ultraviolet waves
Question 7 (1 point)
A major ocean current called the Gulf Stream flows north, bringing water from the equator up along the East Coast of the United States to Northern Europe. This can bring...

A warming Gulf Stream is edging ever ...

a
cool water to Europe, forming snow clouds.
b
warm and cool water together to create tides.
c
warm water to Europe, creating milder/ less cold winters
d
warm and cool water together to form hurricanes
Question 8 (1 point)
Green Roofs are a form of Urban Greening and has several benefits. Which Effect below is NOT one of the benefits/purposes of Green Roofs?

Green Roofs: A Sustainable Solution for ...

a
creates a habitat for birds and insects
b
provides an excellence source of farmland
c
absorbs a great deal of rain water, to prevent flooding or unnecessary runoff
d
absorbs Carbon Dioxide and gives off Oxygen
Question 9 (1 point)
Which type of weather-related technology can detect differences in heat? This technology is also used by the military to see living things at night so they can take their enemies by surprise!

mid-wave infrared (MWIR) imagery – DSIAC

a
UV camera filters
b
Barometer detectors
c
Visible light satellites
d
Infrared imagery
Question 10 (1 point)
What is the most common greenhouse gas emitted from human activity?

What are Greenhouse Gases? - Answered ...

a
oxygen
b
carbon monoxide
c
carbon dioxide
d
methane
Question 11 (1 point)
Which is NOT a greenhouse gas but actually helps to clean our air?

Six Ways Clean Air Affects Your Health ...

a
nitrous oxide
b
carbon dioxide
c
methane
d
oxygen

Answer 1

Here are the answers to your questions:

Question 1: (1 point)
Answer: d) Erosion of land and destruction of ecosystems at lower elevations

Question 2: (1 point)
Answer: c) It has significantly increased.

Question 3: (1 point)
Answer: a) There would likely not be life on Earth because its surface would be much colder and Earth's water would be frozen because the greenhouse effect holds heat.

Question 4: (1 point)
Answer: d) Types of crops grown in the area

Question 5: (1 point)
Answer: a) Healthy answer to the Global Water Crisis

Question 6: (1 point)
Answer: b) X-ray radiation

Question 7: (1 point)
Answer: c) warm water to Europe, creating milder/ less cold winters

Question 8: (1 point)
Answer: b) provides an excellence source of farmland

Question 9: (1 point)
Answer: d) Infrared imagery

Question 10: (1 point)
Answer: c) carbon dioxide

Question 11: (1 point)
Answer: d) oxygen

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