Factors Affecting Climate Quiz
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Which of the following is a primary factor that affects climate?

  • The rotation of the Earth
  • The phases of the moon
  • The number of stars in the sky
  • Ocean currents (correct)

    • How does the greenhouse effect influence climate?

  • It traps heat and warms the Earth's surface (correct)
  • It prevents solar radiation from reaching the Earth
  • It has no impact on climate
  • It causes cooling of the atmosphere

    • What is the role of altitude in determining climate?

  • Higher altitudes have lower temperatures (correct)
  • Higher altitudes have higher temperatures
  • Altitude has no impact on climate
  • Altitude only affects precipitation

    • What are the two main types of factors that affect climate?

    <p>Natural and anthropogenic factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor refers to human activities that impact climate?

    <p>Anthropological factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What plays a significant role in shaping local climate conditions?

    <p>Geographical factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for factors that stem from human activities and impact climate?

    <p>Anthropological factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor is primarily responsible for the warming of the Earth's surface?

    <p>Greenhouse factor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for factors such as volcanic eruptions and solar radiation that are not attributable to human activities?

    <p>Natural factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

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