What would have happened to the earth if it were 10% closer to the sun?
A) Our sun would have burned out after a few hundred million years so life would not evolve.
B) Our atmosphere would consist mainly of carbon dioxide.
C) Liquid water and the water cycle would not exist.
D) Our atmosphere would consist mainly of nitrogen.
B
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Which statement is NOT a disadvantage of burning coal?
A. Burning coal relies on the dirtiest of all fossil fuels. B. Burning coal releases large amounts of black carbon particulates. C. Burning coal emits trace amounts of radioactive materials. D. Burning coal produces a highly toxic ash. E. Burning coal has led to very limited reserves.
The most important force causing the wind is due to the earth's rotation
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Which of the following is not associated with the Asian monsoon pattern?
A) Unequal heating between the Asian landmass and Indian Ocean.
B) Shifting migration of the ITCZ bringing moisture-laden air to the area during the summer.
C) Summer low pressure zones over the ocean and high pressure zone over land.
D) High amounts of precipitation, including record breaking rainfall.
The Moon revolves around the Earth once every 365 ΒΌ days.
a. true b. false