Question 1

On the June Solstice,this area experiences 24 hours of daylight.

Accepted Answer

A) between the Tropic of Cancer and the Arctic Circle 
B) below the Antarctic Circle 
C) between the Tropic of Capricorn and the Antarctic Circle 
D) above the Arctic Circle 
A) between the Tropic of Cancer and the Arctic Circle 
B) below the Antarctic Circle 
C) between the Tropic of Capricorn and the Antarctic Circle 
D) above the Arctic Circle

Question 2

Based on the criteria of composition,the atmosphere is divided into two broad regions: the ionosphere and the ozonosphere.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Natural sources produce greater quantities of air pollutants than do sources attributable to humans.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Based on temperature,the atmosphere is divided into

Accepted Answer

A) two functional areas that absorb radiation from the Sun. 
B) four regions: ranging from the troposphere to the thermosphere. 
C) nitrogen,oxygen,argon. 
D) two broad regions. 
A) two functional areas that absorb radiation from the Sun. 
B) four regions: ranging from the troposphere to the thermosphere. 
C) nitrogen,oxygen,argon. 
D) two broad regions.

Question 5

The normal lapse rate for temperature decreases is an average of 3°C per 1000 m.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT a reason for the seasons?

Accepted Answer

A) The timing of Earthʹs perihelion and aphelion 
B) The shape of Earth 
C) The revolution of Earth around the Sun 
D) Earthʹs axial tilt 
A) The timing of Earthʹs perihelion and aphelion 
B) The shape of Earth 
C) The revolution of Earth around the Sun 
D) Earthʹs axial tilt

Question 7

Given the pH scale is logarithmic where each whole number represents a tenfold increase,a rain with a pH of 3 is how many times more acidic than rain with a pH of 7?

Accepted Answer

A) 3 
B) 4 
C) 100 
D) 10,000 
E) 1,000,000,000 
A) 3 
B) 4 
C) 100 
D) 10,000 
E) 1,000,000,000

Question 8

The Sunʹs altitude refers to

Accepted Answer

A) the subsolar point. 
B) how far the Sun is from Earth. 
C) the angular distance from the equator to the latitude at which direct overhead insolation is received. 
D) the angular height of the Sun above the horizon. 
A) the subsolar point. 
B) how far the Sun is from Earth. 
C) the angular distance from the equator to the latitude at which direct overhead insolation is received. 
D) the angular height of the Sun above the horizon.

Question 9

By volume,nitrogen is the most abundant gas in the modern homosphere.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Why is the hole in the ozone greatest over Antarctica?

Accepted Answer

A) South American countries have not ratified the Montreal Protocol and continue to release ozone-destroying CFCs. 
B) Chlorine freed from CFCs elsewhere migrate to the Antarctic region,where they are trapped by the polar vortex. 
C) Ozone,a greenhouse gas which traps ultraviolet energy radiated from Earthʹs surface,has highest concentration in Antarctica. 
D) The ozone hole is a natural phenomenon related to high polar stratospheric clouds. 
A) South American countries have not ratified the Montreal Protocol and continue to release ozone-destroying CFCs. 
B) Chlorine freed from CFCs elsewhere migrate to the Antarctic region,where they are trapped by the polar vortex. 
C) Ozone,a greenhouse gas which traps ultraviolet energy radiated from Earthʹs surface,has highest concentration in Antarctica. 
D) The ozone hole is a natural phenomenon related to high polar stratospheric clouds.

Question 11

The three stable (i.e.,nonvariable)gases in the atmosphere,in order of abundance from most to least,are

Accepted Answer

A) oxygen,carbon dioxide,argon. 
B) nitrogen,oxygen,argon. 
C) carbon dioxide,argon,oxygen. 
D) oxygen,argon,nitrogen. 
A) oxygen,carbon dioxide,argon. 
B) nitrogen,oxygen,argon. 
C) carbon dioxide,argon,oxygen. 
D) oxygen,argon,nitrogen.

Question 12

The higher the UV Index,the faster a person will sunburn.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

The correct order for wavelengths of electromagnetic radiation from shortest to longest is: X-rays,infrared,radio waves,visible light,and ultraviolet.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

The two most abundant gases in the atmosphere are

Accepted Answer

A) oxygen and carbon dioxide. 
B) nitrogen and oxygen. 
C) water vapor and carbon dioxide. 
D) nitrogen and water vapor. 
A) oxygen and carbon dioxide. 
B) nitrogen and oxygen. 
C) water vapor and carbon dioxide. 
D) nitrogen and water vapor.

Question 15

Rainfall is naturally acidic due to the presence of carbonic acids.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Seasonality involves the variability of both daylength and the altitude of the Sun.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

The homosphere is so called because

Accepted Answer

A) the blend of gases is nearly uniform throughout. 
B) scientists have been unable to determine its composition and assume it is homogeneous. 
C) it contains only one gas,nitrogen. 
D) it is the habitable sphere for humans (Homo sapiens). 
A) the blend of gases is nearly uniform throughout. 
B) scientists have been unable to determine its composition and assume it is homogeneous. 
C) it contains only one gas,nitrogen. 
D) it is the habitable sphere for humans (Homo sapiens).

Question 18

Annually,acid deposition costs and estimated $50 billion in the United States,Canada and Europe.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Trace the changing temperature of the atmosphere from Earthʹs surface to the top of the thermosphere.

Accepted Answer

It follows a zig-zag patter: d

Question 20

Which of the following is NOT true regarding the oxides of sulfur and nitrogen?

Accepted Answer

A) They are causing major environmental problems in Europe and Asia. 
B) They are produced by industry and transportation. 
C) They lead to the formation of airborne sulfuric and nitric acid. 
D) They are naturally occurring and,therefore,not considered pollutants. 
A) They are causing major environmental problems in Europe and Asia. 
B) They are produced by industry and transportation. 
C) They lead to the formation of airborne sulfuric and nitric acid. 
D) They are naturally occurring and,therefore,not considered pollutants.

On the June Solstice,this area experiences 24 hours of daylight.

Based on the criteria of composition,the atmosphere is divided into two broad regions: the ionosphere and the ozonosphere.

Natural sources produce greater quantities of air pollutants than do sources attributable to humans.

Based on temperature,the atmosphere is divided into

The normal lapse rate for temperature decreases is an average of 3°C per 1000 m.

Which of the following is NOT a reason for the seasons?

Given the pH scale is logarithmic where each whole number represents a tenfold increase,a rain with a pH of 3 is how many times more acidic than rain with a pH of 7?

The Sunʹs altitude refers to

By volume,nitrogen is the most abundant gas in the modern homosphere.

Why is the hole in the ozone greatest over Antarctica?

The three stable (i.e.,nonvariable)gases in the atmosphere,in order of abundance from most to least,are

The higher the UV Index,the faster a person will sunburn.

The correct order for wavelengths of electromagnetic radiation from shortest to longest is: X-rays,infrared,radio waves,visible light,and ultraviolet.

The two most abundant gases in the atmosphere are

Rainfall is naturally acidic due to the presence of carbonic acids.

Seasonality involves the variability of both daylength and the altitude of the Sun.

The homosphere is so called because

Annually,acid deposition costs and estimated $50 billion in the United States,Canada and Europe.

Trace the changing temperature of the atmosphere from Earthʹs surface to the top of the thermosphere.

Which of the following is NOT true regarding the oxides of sulfur and nitrogen?

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Exam 2: The Solar System,sun,and Earth

On the June Solstice,this area experiences 24 hours of daylight.

Based on the criteria of composition,the atmosphere is divided into two broad regions: the ionosphere and the ozonosphere.

Natural sources produce greater quantities of air pollutants than do sources attributable to humans.

Based on temperature,the atmosphere is divided into

The normal lapse rate for temperature decreases is an average of 3°C per 1000 m.

Which of the following is NOT a reason for the seasons?

Given the pH scale is logarithmic where each whole number represents a tenfold increase,a rain with a pH of 3 is how many times more acidic than rain with a pH of 7?

The Sunʹs altitude refers to

By volume,nitrogen is the most abundant gas in the modern homosphere.

Why is the hole in the ozone greatest over Antarctica?

The three stable (i.e.,nonvariable)gases in the atmosphere,in order of abundance from most to least,are

The higher the UV Index,the faster a person will sunburn.

The correct order for wavelengths of electromagnetic radiation from shortest to longest is: X-rays,infrared,radio waves,visible light,and ultraviolet.

The two most abundant gases in the atmosphere are

Rainfall is naturally acidic due to the presence of carbonic acids.

Seasonality involves the variability of both daylength and the altitude of the Sun.

The homosphere is so called because

Annually,acid deposition costs and estimated $50 billion in the United States,Canada and Europe.

Trace the changing temperature of the atmosphere from Earthʹs surface to the top of the thermosphere.

Which of the following is NOT true regarding the oxides of sulfur and nitrogen?

The Science of Geography

Energy Balance Essentials

Wind Essentials

Waterʹs Unique Properties

Water on Earth

Review of Earthʹs Climate System

Population Growth and Fossil Fuel Burning the Setting for Climate Change

The Pace of Change

Earthʹs Surface Relief Features

Landmass Denudation

Drainage Basins and Drainage Patterns

Global Oceans and Seas

Snow Into Ice--The Basis of Glaciers

Soil Development and Soil Profiles

Energy Flows and Nutrient Cycles

Biogeographic Divisions

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