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What is the primary reason for the unequal heating of the Earth's surface?

  • Variation in atmospheric pressure
  • Differences in elevation
  • Variation in the angle at which the Sun's rays strike different parts of the planet (correct)
  • Changes in magnetic field intensity

    • How does the concept of insolation vary with latitude?

  • It remains constant across all latitudes
  • It increases at higher latitudes
  • It is not affected by latitude
  • It decreases at higher latitudes (correct)

    • What effect does ice and snow have on energy absorption in high latitude regions?

  • It has no impact on energy absorption
  • It decreases energy absorption (correct)
  • It causes energy to be absorbed faster
  • It increases energy absorption

    • What type of radiation does the Earth's surface absorb from the Sun?

    <p>Short-wave radiation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the Earth's atmosphere get heated from below?

    <p>By re-radiated lower energy, long-wave infrared energy from the Earth's surface (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do equatorial regions experience higher temperatures compared to polar regions?

    <p>Because equatorial regions receive solar radiation more directly while polar regions receive it at a more oblique angle (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary factor attributed to the formation of tors?

    <p>Chemical weathering (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In South Africa, which physiographic region is characterized by a saucer-shaped interior plateau?

    <p>The Central Highveld (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region in South Africa is famous for its extensive arid landscapes?

    <p>The Great Karoo Basin (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of slope curves outward and resembles the exterior of a sphere?

    <p>Convex Slope (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor contributes significantly to the distinctive rock shapes and rounded boulders found in tors?

    <p>Water percolating through joints (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What geological process leads to the expansion of vertical and horizontal joints in rocks?

    <p>Chemical weathering (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the impact of the convergence of moist air masses on regions like Calabar and Kano?

    <p>High rainfall (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ocean currents contribute to dry and arid conditions in regions like the Namib Desert?

    <p>Benguela and Canary currents (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes La Niña conditions in the Pacific Ocean?

    <p>Stronger trade winds and upwelling of cold water (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are high and low pressure cells identified on synoptic weather maps?

    <p>By closed circular isobars (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of Earth's land area do drylands cover?

    <p>41% (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region experiences the highest frequency of droughts according to the text?

    <p>Sahel region in Africa (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does agricultural drought specifically impact?

    <p>Soil moisture affecting crops (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is desertification primarily a result of?

    <p>Human activities and climatic changes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region absorbs more energy than it loses?

    <p>The equator (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What causes the formation of the Subpolar Low Pressure Zone?

    <p>Centrifugal forces due to Earth's rotation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What causes seasonal variations in insolation?

    <p>Tilt of the Earth's axis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are equinoxes characterized by?

    <p>Equal day and night lengths globally (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following weather conditions is typically associated with the Polar High Pressure Zone?

    <p>Cool and dry conditions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does the Coriolis Force have on wind direction in the Southern Hemisphere?

    <p>Deflects wind left (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does warm air move in the atmosphere?

    <p>It moves towards the poles at high altitudes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cell is responsible for driving polar climates?

    <p>Polar Cell (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What drives oceanic circulation?

    <p>Differences in water density (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the Equatorial Low Pressure Zone located?

    <p>Between 10° N and 10° S (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of winds are characterized by seasonal reversals in wind direction?

    <p>Monsoon Winds (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of global air circulation?

    <p>To redistribute thermal energy, air, and water around the Earth (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What plays a significant role in determining the dry seasons in Africa?

    <p>Subsidence (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do subtropical high-pressure zones influence climates?

    <p>By producing hot, dry air over deserts (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic differentiates Föhn winds from Monsoon winds?

    <p>Dry and warm downslope winds (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What process widens valleys through lateral erosion, mass movement, and weathering?

    <p>Scarp retreat (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of rocks primarily form granite domes and tors?

    <p>Igneous rocks (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the distinctive feature of laccoliths among intrusive bodies associated with massive igneous rocks?

    <p>Create mushroom-shaped intrusions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What geomorphological process is instrumental in altering landscapes and reducing plateaus to smaller landforms?

    <p>Scarp retreat (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of landforms are commonly formed by scarp retreat over time?

    <p>Mesas and buttes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of rocks are characterized by layers formed from material deposition over time?

    <p>Sedimentary rocks (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant role do intrusive igneous rock bodies play in shaping the geological landscape?

    <p>Becoming visible after erosion (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do pipes represent among the types of intrusive bodies associated with massive igneous rocks?

    <p>Chimney-shaped intrusions transporting magma near the surface. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of intrusion is characterized by magma intruding between sedimentary layers causing the lower layer to sink?

    <p>Lopoliths (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic makes batholiths distinctive among intrusive bodies associated with massive igneous rocks?

    <p>Being composed of granite (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What key process leads to the formation of tors?

    <p>Expansion of vertical and horizontal joints in the rock (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which intrusive body type is characterized by chimney-shaped intrusions?

    <p>Pipes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are granite domes primarily exposed at the surface?

    <p>By the gradual removal of overlying material caused by erosion (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes massive igneous rocks from sedimentary rocks in terms of formation layers?

    <p>Sedimentary rocks do not form in layers. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of intrusive body forms when magma intrudes between sedimentary layers?

    <p>Lopoliths (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What primarily leads to the distinctive rock shapes and rounded boulders typical of tors?

    <p>Expansion of vertical and horizontal joints in the rock (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the major contributing factor to the exposure of massive igneous structures like granite domes over time?

    <p>Erosion and weathering processes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which intrusive body type is characterized by horizontal layers formed as magma spreads between existing rock layers?

    <p>Sills (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes batholiths from laccoliths in terms of size and composition?

    <p>Batholiths are larger and composed of granite, while laccoliths are smaller and composed of sedimentary rock. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do pipes differ from dykes in terms of their shape and function?

    <p>Pipes transport magma vertically, while dykes are chimney-shaped intrusions. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the estimated annual land degradation into desert worldwide?

    <p>12 million hectares (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT listed as a direct cause of desertification in the text?

    <p>Urbanization (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a consequence of desertification at the global level as stated in the text?

    <p>Contributes to biodiversity loss (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of landscape develops in regions where horizontal rock layers erode at different rates?

    <p>Canyon landscapes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does climate play in the development of hilly landscapes?

    <p>Promotes chemical weathering (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which landscape type is characterized by extensive lava flows over millions of years?

    <p>Basaltic plateaus (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What contributes to the formation of deep valleys with stepped sides in canyon landscapes?

    <p>Vertical erosion by rivers (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which landscape type forms when more resistant rocks create prominent hills within the landscape?

    <p>Hilly landscapes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary factor influencing the formation of high and low-pressure cells?

    <p>Land and water heating differentials (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which latitudinal zone do high pressure cells exhibit anti-clockwise sinking air?

    <p>30°-60° (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What drives wind from high to low-pressure areas?

    <p>Pressure Gradient (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of wind results from the balance between pressure gradient and Coriolis forces at high altitudes?

    <p>Jet Streams (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which global air circulation cell is responsible for temperate weather patterns?

    <p>Ferrel Cell (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes a Föhn wind?

    <p>Dry, warm downslope winds (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are Jet Streams located that influence weather patterns?

    <p>At high altitudes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What causes air to deflect right in the Northern Hemisphere according to the text?

    <p>'Coriolis Force' (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do higher latitudes near the poles have cooler temperatures compared to regions near the equator?

    <p>They receive less solar energy due to the Sun's rays striking the Earth at a more oblique angle. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does the reflective properties of ice and snow have on energy absorption in regions near the poles?

    <p>It decreases energy absorption by reflecting solar radiation back into space. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the Earth's surface heat the atmosphere according to the text?

    <p>By absorbing high energy and re-radiating it as lower energy, long-wave infrared energy. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for the unequal heating of the Earth's surface?

    <p>The variation in angle at which the Sun's rays strike different parts of the planet. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does atmospheric and oceanic circulation play in transporting heat across the Earth?

    <p>It drives patterns that transport heat from the equator towards the poles. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does insolation vary with latitude according to the text?

    <p>It varies significantly, being highest near the equator and lowest near the poles. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What geological process is predominantly responsible for the formation of tors?

    <p>Chemical weathering (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which physiographic region in South Africa is described as a semi-arid region and known for its arid landscapes?

    <p>The Great Karoo Basin (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of slope curves outward and resembles the exterior of a sphere?

    <p>Convex Slope (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes the Southwestern Cape Fold Belt Mountains physiographic region in South Africa?

    <p>Series of folded mountains shaped by tectonic forces (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of intrusive body is characterized by chimney-shaped intrusions?

    <p>Pipes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What contributes to the gradual ascending terrain from west to east in South Africa?

    <p>Plate tectonics movement (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of drought is defined by long periods of below-average rainfall?

    <p>Meteorological Drought (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which oceanic phenomenon is responsible for the dry and arid conditions in regions like the Namib Desert?

    <p>Benguela Current (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of desertification as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Human activities (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are high and low-pressure cells identified on synoptic weather maps?

    <p>By closed circular isobars (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What climatic phenomenon is characterized by the upwelling of cold water in the Pacific Ocean?

    <p>La Niña (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region experiences the most significant temperature fluctuations due to its distance from the sea?

    <p>Kano (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do isobars represent on synoptic weather maps?

    <p>Atmospheric pressure patterns (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In dryland ecosystems, which category is characterized by the highest aridity level?

    <p>Hyperarid areas (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do El Niño and La Niña events differ?

    <p>La Niña involves a reversal of air and sea water circulation patterns. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of oceans in driving global climate as described in the text?

    <p>Influencing weather patterns through warm currents. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What geological structure gives rise to various types of landscapes such as hilly landscapes, basaltic plateaus, canyon landscapes, and Karoo landscapes?

    <p>Horizontally layered rocks (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In hilly landscapes, what role does the climate play in their development?

    <p>Causing chemical weathering (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of landscape is characterized by lava flows covering large areas and accumulating to significant depths over millions of years?

    <p>Basaltic plateaus (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes canyon landscapes from other landscape types?

    <p>Stepped sides in deep valleys (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What drives the movement of thermal energy, air, and water from regions near the Equator to polar regions according to the text?

    <p>Differences in air pressure and temperature (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes the equatorial low-pressure zone according to the text?

    <p>Warm, wet air due to intense solar heating (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does warm air move in the atmosphere according to the content?

    <p>It descends at the equator and moves towards the poles at high altitudes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What causes deep ocean currents to aid in transferring heat globally?

    <p>Coriolis effect due to Earth's rotation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which atmospheric phenomena occur during solstices according to the information provided?

    <p>Maximal tilting of one hemisphere towards or away from the Sun (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do subtropical high-pressure zones influence atmospheric conditions over deserts?

    <p>By producing hot, dry air that leads to arid landscapes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does atmospheric circulation play in redistributing heat across Earth's surface?

    <p>Conveying heat from surplus areas to deficit areas (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do polar regions lose more energy than they gain according to the text?

    <p>Because they receive less direct sunlight than the Equator (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What drives warm surface currents from the tropics towards polar regions?

    <p>Coriolis effect caused by Earth's rotation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are subtropical high-pressure zones predominantly located based on atmospheric pressure belts?

    <p>Between 20°-35° N and S latitude (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What process significantly alters the landscape over millions of years by reducing extensive plateaus to isolated landforms?

    <p>Scarp retreat (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason why the Karoo region's landscapes are generally unsuitable for agriculture?

    <p>Lack of rainfall (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of intrusive body is characterized by wall-like intrusions cutting across existing strata?

    <p>Dykes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What geological process gradually transforms original plateaus into landforms like mesas and buttes over time?

    <p>Erosion (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key characteristic of granite domes and tors that distinguishes them as prominent geological features?

    <p>Rounded shape (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which intrusive body type is characterized by mushroom-shaped intrusions pushing overlying strata upwards?

    <p>Laccoliths (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary factor in the formation of massive igneous rocks according to the text?

    <p>Magma cooling and solidifying (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of intrusive body is characterized by horizontal layers formed as magma spreads out between existing rock layers?

    <p>Sills (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What key process contributes significantly to shaping distinctive landscapes like those found in the Karoo region?

    <p>Vertical erosion (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What plays a crucial role in the development of various landforms from original plateaus, according to the provided text?

    <p>Erosional processes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What key geological process leads to the distinctive rock shapes and rounded boulders found in tors?

    <p>Expansion of vertical joints in rocks during cooling (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which intrusive body type is characterized by wall-like intrusions that cut across existing strata, usually vertically?

    <p>Dykes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What plays a significant role in shaping the landscape by pushing overlying strata upwards to create distinct dome-like shapes, as seen in laccoliths?

    <p>Magma intruding between sedimentary layers (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinctive feature makes batholiths stand out among the various types of intrusive bodies associated with massive igneous rocks?

    <p>Granite composition and extensive landforms (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do sills differ from dykes in terms of their orientation and formation within existing rock layers?

    <p>Sills form horizontally, while dykes cut across strata vertically. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary factor influencing the landscape in regions with extensive massive igneous rock formations, such as granite?

    <p>Cooling and solidification of magma underground (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do granite domes become exposed at the surface over time?

    <p>By gradual removal of overlying material due to weathering and erosion (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes tors from granite domes in terms of their rock formations?

    <p>Tors are characterized by rounded boulders, while granite domes are smooth and rounded. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What leads to the formation of saucer-shaped intrusions known as lopoliths?

    <p>Magma intruding between sedimentary layers causing lower layer sinking (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What process gradually exposes granite domes at the Earth's surface over time?

    <p>Gradual removal of overlying material due to erosion and weathering (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do regions near the equator experience higher temperatures compared to areas near the poles?

    <p>The Sun's rays strike the equator more directly, leading to higher energy absorption. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the angle at which the Sun's rays strike the Earth's surface affect energy absorption and temperature distribution?

    <p>A direct angle at the equator results in higher energy absorption. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does ice and snow play in affecting energy absorption in regions near the poles?

    <p>Ice and snow reflect solar radiation back into space, reducing energy absorption. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the Earth's surface contribute to atmospheric heating?

    <p>It absorbs high-energy, short-wave radiation and re-radiates it as lower-energy infrared radiation. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What drives the atmospheric and oceanic circulation patterns that transport heat across the planet?

    <p>Unequal heating due to variations in solar radiation intensity. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when the Sun's rays strike the Earth at a more oblique angle at higher latitudes?

    <p>Energy absorption decreases due to the direct angle of incidence. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What process widens valleys through lateral erosion, mass movement, and weathering?

    <p>Scarp retreat (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of intrusive body is characterized by pushing overlying strata upwards to create a dome-like shape?

    <p>Laccoliths (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes granite domes from tors?

    <p>Shape and size (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of rocks are characterized by layers formed from the deposition of materials over time?

    <p>Sedimentary rocks (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of landforms can be created by scarp retreat over millions of years?

    <p>Mesas (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary factor influencing the formation of high and low-pressure cells?

    <p>Differential heating of land and water (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region is famous for its extensive arid landscapes in South Africa?

    <p>Great Karoo (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary factor influencing the formation of intrusive igneous rock bodies?

    <p>Magma solidification (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What drives the Monsoon Winds characterized by seasonal reversals in wind direction?

    <p>Differential heating of land and water (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of intrusive body is characterized by cutting across existing strata, usually vertically?

    <p>Dykes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes the Ferrel Cell from other global air circulation cells?

    <p>Affects temperate weather patterns (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What plays a pivotal role in shaping landscapes associated with horizontally layered rocks?

    <p>Geological structures and climate interaction (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does the Coriolis Force have on wind direction in the Northern Hemisphere?

    <p>Causes deflection to the right (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Batholiths' are usually composed of which type of rock?

    <p>Granite (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which feature does most igneous rock lack compared to sedimentary rocks?

    <p>Layers (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the Polar High Pressure Zone primarily located?

    <p>90° N and S (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes a Föhn wind?

    <p>Dry, warm downslope winds (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Jet Streams significantly influence which weather patterns?

    <p><strong>Storm tracks and temperature distributions</strong> (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Subsidence plays a significant role in determining dry seasons in Africa, especially in areas located where?

    <p><strong>North of the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ)</strong> (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which process drives wind from high to low-pressure areas?

    <p>Pressure Gradient (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary process responsible for the formation of tors?

    <p>Chemical weathering (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which physiographic region in South Africa is known for its grassland ecosystem?

    <p>The Central Highveld (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes a convex slope?

    <p>Resembles the exterior of a sphere (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the distinctive feature of granite domes as opposed to tors?

    <p>Intricate folding patterns (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of slope is known for having a uniform gradient?

    <p>Regular Slope (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What major geological process contributes to the shaping of South Africa's physiographic regions?

    <p>Tectonic forces and folding (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of drought is characterized by the depletion of water reserves?

    <p>Hydrological Drought (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region experiences the most significant frequency of droughts?

    <p>Sahel region in Africa (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of desertification as explained in the text?

    <p>Human activities and climatic changes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which climatic phenomenon is characterized by stronger trade winds and upwelling of cold water in the Pacific Ocean?

    <p>La Niña (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of areas are classified based on their aridity levels into hyperarid, arid, semiarid, and dry subhumid zones?

    <p>Drylands (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ocean currents contribute to dry and arid conditions in the Namib Desert?

    <p>Benguela and Canary currents (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do synoptic weather maps use lines connecting points of equal atmospheric pressure to represent?

    <p>Wind direction (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Socio-economic Drought' specifically impacts which aspect of society and economy?

    <p>$H_2O$ demands (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Hydrological Drought' is characterized by the deficiency of which natural resource?

    <p>$H_2O$ (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do ocean currents play in influencing Africa's climate?

    <p>Modifying temperatures over land (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of global air circulation?

    <p>To evenly distribute thermal energy, air, and water across the Earth (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do equinoxes differ from solstices in terms of sunlight distribution?

    <p>Equinoxes mark periods with the Sun directly over the equator (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main driver of atmospheric circulation according to the text?

    <p>Unequal heating of the Earth's surface (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which zone is characterized by warm, wet air due to intense solar heating and consistent daylight?

    <p>The Equatorial Low Pressure Zone (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do warm surface currents contribute to global heat transfer?

    <p>They transfer heat from the tropics towards the poles (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What drives the movement of warm air towards the poles at high altitudes in the atmosphere?

    <p>Unequal heating at the equator (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which latitudinal zone are subtropical high-pressure zones predominantly located?

    <p>Between 20° and 35° N and S (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What causes deep ocean currents to assist in transferring heat globally?

    <p>Coriolis effect due to Earth's rotation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are atmospheric pressure belts represented on maps according to the text?

    <p>'Isobars' representing lines of equal atmospheric pressure (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What geological process primarily leads to the development of hilly landscapes?

    <p>Mass wasting and sheet erosion (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do basaltic plateaus accumulate to significant depths over millions of years?

    <p>Through extensive lava flows (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect defines canyon landscapes and distinguishes them from other landscape types?

    <p>Erosion at different rates of horizontal rock layers (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor contributes significantly to the formation of Karoo landscapes?

    <p>Processes similar to canyon landscapes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What environmental aspect plays a crucial role in the development of hilly landscapes?

    <p>High levels of precipitation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the resistance of rocks contribute to the formation of prominent hills within hilly landscapes?

    <p>By preventing complete erosion (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes basaltic plateaus from other landscape types like hilly landscapes?

    <p>Accumulation of extensive lava flows (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor is NOT a common characteristic between hilly and canyon landscapes?

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    Why do basaltic plateaus often become major tourist attractions in regions like South Africa?

    <p>For their dramatic scenery and unique geological structures (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What differentiates canyon landscapes in terms of their development compared to basaltic plateaus?

    <p>River erosion exploiting weaknesses in surface layers (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are granite domes primarily formed?

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    What geological process is largely responsible for the formation of tors?

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    Which intrusive body type is characterized by wall-like intrusions cutting across existing strata?

    <p>Dykes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes massive igneous rocks from sedimentary rocks in terms of formation?

    <p>Sedimentary rocks are deposited over time, while igneous rocks solidify from magma. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key factor that influences the landscape in regions with extensive massive igneous rock formations?

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    Which type of intrusive body is characterized by saucer-shaped intrusions formed between sedimentary layers?

    <p>Lopoliths (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a distinctive feature of tors in terms of their rock formations?

    <p>Piles of core stones appearing stacked (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do sills differ from dykes in terms of their orientation within existing rock layers?

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    What role do batholiths play in the landscape when exposed on the surface?

    <p>Extensive landforms on the surface (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for the variation in temperatures between near the equator and higher latitudes?

    <p>Variances in the angle at which the Sun's rays strike the Earth's surface (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do regions near the poles experience cooler temperatures compared to areas near the equator?

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    How does the Earth's surface contribute to heating the atmosphere according to the text?

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    What role do reflective properties of ice and snow play in the energy balance near the poles?

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    Why do regions near the equator have warmer temperatures compared to higher latitudes?

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    What effect does the angle of solar radiation have on energy absorption between regions near the equator and at higher latitudes?

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    What causes the movement of heat from areas of surplus to areas of deficit in the atmosphere?

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    What drives the movement of warm surface currents from the tropics towards the poles?

    <p>Coriolis effect (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which global air circulation process does warm air rise at the equator and move towards the poles?

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    Which region experiences cooler temperatures when it is tilted away from the Sun?

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    What influences the movement of deep ocean currents that assist in global heat transfer?

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    Which area is characterized by intense solar heating and consistent daylight resulting in warm, wet air?

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    What results in periods of equal day and night lengths globally on equinoxes?

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    Where does warm air rise before moving towards higher latitudes in global air circulation?

    <p>Equatorial zones (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which zone is responsible for producing hot, dry air, particularly over deserts?

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    What is the primary driver of atmospheric heat transfer from the tropics to the poles?

    <p>Differences in air pressure and temperature (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary impact of the convergence of moist air masses on regions like Calabar and Kano?

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    Which oceanic currents contribute to the dry and arid conditions in the Namib Desert?

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    What characterizes La Niña conditions in terms of Pacific Ocean temperatures?

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    What are isobars on synoptic weather maps used to represent?

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    In dryland ecosystems, what category is characterized by the highest aridity level?

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    What type of drought is defined by insufficient soil moisture affecting crops?

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    'Meteorological Drought' is characterized by what specific condition?

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    'Desertification' primarily results from which factors?

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    'Drought' affects all continents with notable long-term occurrences in regions like:

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    'Ocean Currents' influence Africa's climate by modifying temperatures over land through:

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    What geological process contributes to the formation of tors?

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    Which physiographic region in South Africa is known for its semi-arid landscapes?

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    What is a key characteristic of a concave slope?

    <p>Curves outward (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the distinctive feature of South Africa's topography from west to east?

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    What distinguishes a regular slope from a convex slope?

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    What contributes to the distinctive rock shapes and rounded boulders found in tors?

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    What is the primary factor contributing to the dry seasons experienced in areas like Kano (Nigeria) and Atar (Mauritania)?

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    In the Southern Hemisphere, which direction does air typically rise in low pressure cells?

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    What is the driving force behind wind movement from high to low-pressure areas?

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    Which global air circulation cell influences temperate weather patterns by acting as a transitional zone?

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    What significant role do jet streams play in influencing weather patterns?

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    Which large-scale wind system is characterized by seasonal reversals in direction, impacting dry and wet seasons?

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    'Harmattan winds' significantly impact weather conditions in which African regions?

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    What is the primary consequence of desertification at a local and national level?

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    Which factor significantly influences the development of hilly landscapes?

    <p>High temperatures promoting chemical weathering (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes basaltic plateaus from hilly landscapes?

    <p>Extensive lava flows accumulation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which landscape type is characterized by initially flat lands being incised by rivers exploiting weaknesses in rock layers?

    <p>Canyon landscapes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary challenge in rehabilitating already degraded lands?

    <p>Challenging and expensive nature (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do Karoo landscapes evolve according to the provided text?

    <p>From processes similar to canyon landscapes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a distinguishing feature of canyon landscapes compared to Karoo landscapes?

    <p>Valleys formed by rivers exploiting weaknesses in rock layers (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are horizontally layered rocks deposited according to the text?

    <p>In a flat or nearly flat position (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What feature characterizes Drakensberg as a remnant of a vast basaltic plateau?

    <p>Depths of hundreds or even thousands of meters from lava flows accumulation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary process that leads to the unique rock formations known as tors?

    <p>Expanding rock joints due to cooling and percolating water (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of intrusive body is characterized by a saucer-shaped intrusion between sedimentary layers?

    <p>Lopoliths (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do granite domes primarily become exposed at the surface?

    <p>By extensive erosion and weathering (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes a laccolith from other intrusive bodies?

    <p>Mushroom-shaped intrusions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process that widens valleys through lateral erosion, mass movement, and weathering?

    <p>Scarp retreat (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary factor that differentiates massive igneous rocks from sedimentary rocks?

    <p>Formation in layers over time (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of landform is created when magma intrudes between sedimentary layers, causing the lower layer to sink?

    <p>Lopoliths (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which key concept is fundamental in the study of physical geography and geology related to intrusive igneous rock bodies?

    <p>Cooling and solidification of magma below the surface (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which intrusive body is characterized by chimney-shaped intrusions that can transport magma from deep sources to near the surface?

    <p>Pipes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does weathering play in the exposure of granite domes and tors?

    <p>Gradual removal of overlying material (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinctive feature characterizes granite domes?

    <p>Rounded smoothness (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do batholiths differ from laccoliths in terms of their size and composition?

    <p>Batholiths are larger and composed of granite (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of rock formation is primarily formed when magma cools and solidifies below the Earth's surface?

    <p>Igneous rocks (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do sills differ from dykes in terms of their orientation within rock layers?

    <p>Sills cut horizontally across existing strata, while dykes form vertical intrusions. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key characteristic of batholiths among intrusive bodies associated with massive igneous rocks?

    <p>Extensive landforms (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of formation for chimney-shaped intrusive bodies known as pipes?

    <p>Transportation of magma from deep sources to near the surface (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which process significantly alters a landscape by reducing once extensive plateaus to isolated, smaller landforms like mesas?

    <p><strong>Scarp retreat</strong> (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What geomorphological element is primarily shaped by mass movement?

    <p>The Free Face (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which slope element is likely to be smooth and characterized by deposition?

    <p>The Talus (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What process leads to the widening of the pediment over time?

    <p>Parallel slope retreat (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In areas with alternating layers of hard and soft rock, what may happen to the distinct features of slopes?

    <p>They repeat (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which theory explains slope erosion by suggesting that slopes maintain their angle and length over time?

    <p>Parallel slope retreat theory (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic distinguishes a pediment from other geomorphological elements at the base of a slope?

    <p>Concave shape (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What phenomenon encompasses the downward and outward movement of soil, rock, and other debris on a slope?

    <p>Mass movement (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of mass movement involves the imperceptibly slow downhill movement of soil?

    <p>Soil creep (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which natural event can significantly alter the stability of slopes, leading to mass movements?

    <p>Earthquakes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What mitigation strategy aims to enhance slope stability by increasing soil cohesion through root systems?

    <p>Vegetation planting (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of mass movement involves highly fluid, rapid flows of mud, usually initiated following intense rainfall?

    <p>Mud flows (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which human activity can increase the vulnerability of slopes to mass movements?

    <p>Deforestation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of mass movement involves the downward and outward rotational movement of slope material?

    <p>Slumps (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes the free face of a slope according to the provided text?

    <p>It is too steep for loose material to accumulate (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which element at the base of a slope is primarily characterized by deposition?

    <p>The Talus (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What theory explains slope development by suggesting that slopes erode while maintaining their angle and length over time?

    <p>Parallel Slope Retreat Theory (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the distinctive characteristic of the pediment at the base of a slope?

    <p>It is a concave plain shaped mainly by erosion from running water (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In geomorphological processes, which element of a slope is usually convex and where weathering and soil creep are predominant?

    <p>The Crest (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term is used interchangeably with 'mass movement' in the text?

    <p>Gravity shift (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT listed as a triggering event for mass movement in the text?

    <p>Strong winds (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of mass movement involves highly fluid, rapid flows of mud?

    <p>Mud flows (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which mitigation strategy focuses on increasing soil cohesion through root systems?

    <p>Vegetation Planting (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic environmental impact of mass movements described in the text?

    <p>Formation of natural dams and lakes due to landslides (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Solifluction, a type of mass movement, is characteristic of which type of climate?

    <p>Cold climates (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Slumps' involve which type of movement of slope material?

    <p>Rotational movement (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Rock Falls' primarily occur due to which two factors mentioned in the text?

    <p>Weathering and erosion (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Landslides' are most commonly triggered by which environmental factor?

    <p>'Heavy rains' (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What human impact is NOT mentioned in relation to mass movement in the text?

    <p>Economic damages from volcanic eruptions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the pediment in a slope?

    <p>It is located at the base of the free face and is characterized by deposition (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which element of a slope is primarily shaped by erosion from running water?

    <p>The Pediment (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In geomorphological processes, which element of a slope is usually convex and where weathering and soil creep are predominant?

    <p>The Crest (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What theory explains the widening of the pediment over time?

    <p>Parallel slope retreat theory (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which element of a slope is characterized by being almost vertical and shaped by mass movement?

    <p>The Free Face (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What element of a slope is located at the base of the free face and is smoother due to deposition?

    <p>The Talus (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary factor that can destabilize a slope and lead to mass movement?

    <p>Earthquakes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of mass movement is characteristic of cold climates and involves the slow flow of water-saturated soil over impermeable materials?

    <p>Solifluction (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a major environmental impact of mass movement that contributes to natural erosion processes?

    <p>Redistribution of materials downhill (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which mitigation strategy for mass movement involves enhancing slope stability by increasing soil cohesion through root systems?

    <p>Vegetation Planting (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of mass movement involves the free-fall, bouncing, or rolling of individual rocks from steep slopes?

    <p>Rock Falls (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do heavy rains contribute to mass movement?

    <p>By increasing soil weight and reducing internal cohesion (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What human activity can increase the vulnerability of slopes and precipitate mass movement?

    <p>Deforestation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of mass movement involves highly fluid, rapid flows of mud typically initiated in arid or semi-arid areas following intense rainfall?

    <p>Mud Flows (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the impacts of mass movement that affects biodiversity due to the destruction of vegetation and habitats?

    <p>Loss of life (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does undercutting by natural forces contribute to mass movement?

    <p>By eroding the base of a slope leading to potential collapse (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the latitude of a location situated at the South Pole?

    <p>90° S (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which direction is opposite to East on a compass rose?

    <p>West (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If a location has a longitude of 120° W, where is it located?

    <p>In the western hemisphere (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When using true bearing, what angle is measured relative to?

    <p>True north (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the geographic coordinate system, which unit is used to subdivide each degree?

    <p>Seconds (&quot;) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of lines of longitude in the geographic coordinate system?

    <p>Run from pole to pole measuring east-west position (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What feature of aerial photographs provides information on the object's height and depth?

    <p>Shadow (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of aerial photograph shows the horizon in the image?

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    What characteristic of built structures makes them distinguishable on aerial photographs?

    <p>Shape (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In aerial photographs, what feature helps differentiate between natural features like rivers and mountains?

    <p>Pattern (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the angle between true north and magnetic north called?

    <p>Magnetic declination (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which element plays a crucial role in determining the time of day from aerial photographs?

    <p>Shadow (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of orthophoto maps compared to standard aerial photographs?

    <p>They offer a scale-accurate image. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the true bearing calculated from the magnetic bearing?

    <p>By subtracting the magnetic declination (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of closely spaced contour lines on a topographic map?

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    Which GIS function involves manipulating data to extract relevant information as per user requirements?

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    What does GIS do in terms of transforming and integrating data?

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    How does vertical exaggeration enhance the visibility of terrain features in a cross-section?

    <p>By enlarging the vertical scale (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does gradient measure in terms of geographical features?

    <p>The steepness of a slope (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do geographers use GIS for managing natural resources?

    <p>To enhance disaster preparedness (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What key advantage do orthophoto maps offer over standard aerial photographs?

    <p>They offer corrected images for precise measurements. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does intervisibility relate to topography?

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    What does a cross-section provide in terms of understanding terrain?

    <p>A side view of elevation profile (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which conversion factor is used to convert square meters to hectares?

    <p>$\frac{1}{10}$ (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do contour lines on topographic maps connect?

    <p>$\text{Points of equal elevation above sea level}$ (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between 1 hectare and square kilometers?

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    Where is the presentation of findings usually conducted in the final phase of the research?

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    What is the primary purpose of compiling research findings into a structured format such as a report or poster?

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    In the final phase of research, what should researchers propose based on their findings?

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    What is the outcome when a hypothesis formulated at the beginning of research is accepted based on the gathered evidence?

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    Why is the structured approach to fieldwork considered important in research?

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    What distinguishes the presentation of findings from the other research phases such as data collection and analysis?

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    What is the primary purpose of an atlas index?

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    In GIS, what does spatial resolution refer to?

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    What distinguishes raster data from vector data in GIS?

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    What type of data in GIS covers regions such as lakes or national parks?

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    What does spectral resolution indicate in GIS?

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    Which component of an atlas offers visual context and helps illustrate changes over time?

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    What distinguishes line data from point data in GIS?

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    What is the distinguishing feature of a raster data structure in GIS?

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    What type of data structure in GIS is effective for continuous data representation?

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    In an atlas, what role do graphs, charts, and tables serve?

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    What is the purpose of using an atlas in geography and related fields?

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    During the phase of fieldwork where data is collected and recorded, which of the following is NOT a commonly asked question?

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    In conducting fieldwork, why is phase 1, 'Identify and Define a Problem,' considered foundational?

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    What distinguishes Phase 3 of fieldwork, 'Collect, Describe, and Record Information,' from other phases?

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    Why is formulating a hypothesis important in the fieldwork process?

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    Which phase of fieldwork primarily involves processing and analyzing collected data?

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    What is the main objective of Phase 2 in fieldwork, 'Formulate a Hypothesis'?

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    Which activity in fieldwork occurs primarily in the field where the phenomenon takes place?

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    'Accessing the index to locate the desired place' is part of the process of using an atlas for:

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    What is the main purpose of using geographic coordinates to define a location?

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    Which line or latitude runs east-west around the globe?

    <p>Parallels (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Prime Meridian in the geographic coordinate system?

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    In terms of direction, what does a true bearing measure relative to?

    <p>True North (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT one of the basic compass points used for general orientation?

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    What aspect allows for precise pinpointing of locations using geographic coordinates?

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    Where is the presentation of findings usually conducted?

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    What is the main purpose of compiling research findings into a structured format in the final phase?

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    What should researchers do based on the findings when proposing recommendations?

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    In which setting can feedback be solicited from peers or experts regarding the presentation of findings?

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    What happens to the hypothesis formulated at the beginning after the evidence is gathered and analyzed?

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    What does the structured approach to fieldwork ensure about the research?

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    How is magnetic declination defined?

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    What does a cross-section provide in topographical mapping?

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    What is vertical exaggeration used for in drawing cross-sections?

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    What do closely spaced contour lines on a topographic map indicate?

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    What is the purpose of drawing sight lines in topographical analysis?

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    What does a contour line connect on a topographic map?

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    In South Africa, how does magnetic north differ from true north?

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    What is the ratio used for calculating gradient between two points?

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    What feature makes vertical aerial photographs ideal for mapping purposes?

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    Which element helps in identifying objects' spatial qualities like height and depth on aerial photographs?

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    What is the primary difference between low-oblique and high-oblique aerial photographs?

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    Which characteristic helps distinguish between built structures and natural features on aerial photographs?

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    In what way are orthophoto maps different from standard aerial photos?

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    Which element influences tone variation on aerial photographs?

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    What is the primary purpose of georeferencing in GIS?

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    How does spatial resolution impact the level of detail in an image?

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    Which type of GIS data is best suited for representing features like rivers or roads?

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    What does the term 'spectral resolution' refer to in GIS?

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    Which structure in GIS is especially effective for representing continuous data such as elevation?

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    How does an atlas differ from GIS in terms of presenting spatial information?

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    Atlas Index guides users in quickly finding specific locations or features by organizing entries in what manner?

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    Point Data in GIS represents:

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    Raster Data is best suited for representing which type of information?

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    In the context of using an atlas, what is the purpose of the alphabetical listing in the index?

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    When conducting fieldwork as part of a research project, what is the main objective in Phase 2: Formulate a Hypothesis?

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    What differentiates Phase 3: Collect, Describe, and Record Information in fieldwork from other phases of the research process?

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    When conducting fieldwork, what is a key question that researchers should address during Phase 4: Analyse and Interpret Information?

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    In using an atlas for studying a theme, what step involves exploring related sections or broader categories that might include the theme as a subtopic?

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    What is the main activity associated with Phase 1: Identify and Define a Problem in conducting fieldwork?

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    In fieldwork, what distinguishes Phase 2: Formulate a Hypothesis from Phase 3: Collect, Describe, and Record Information?

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    When using an atlas to find a specific place or feature, what step involves using the given map reference to locate the exact location?

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    What is the main purpose of geographic coordinates?

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    What is the main characteristic of a true bearing?

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    How are bearings different from compass points?

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    Given a location at 45° 30' N, 60° 15' E, which statement is correct?

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    How is the true bearing calculated?

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    Where is the presentation of findings usually carried out?

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    What is the technique used in drawing cross-sections to enhance terrain features' visibility?

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    What is the main focus of the final phase of compiling research findings?

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    What does intervisibility refer to in the context of topographic maps?

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    How is gradient calculated in geography?

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    What are researchers expected to propose based on the findings?

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    What does a cross-section provide a view of?

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    Where does the analytical phase of research often take place?

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    In topographic maps, what do closely spaced contour lines indicate?

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    What is the purpose of presenting findings in a classroom or conference setting?

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    What characteristic distinguishes contour lines on topographic maps?

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    In what format should the research findings be summarized during the final phase?

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    What does the term 'magnetic declination' represent in navigation?

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    How does vertical exaggeration affect drawings in geography?

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    'Contours connecting points of equal elevation above sea level' primarily aid in understanding what aspect of geography?

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    How do oblique aerial photographs differ from vertical aerial photographs?

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    What characteristic of built structures helps in their identification on aerial photographs?

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    How do orthophoto maps differ from standard aerial photographs?

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    Which element helps in determining the time of day and the position of the sun on aerial photographs?

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    What is the primary function of GIS in transforming and integrating data?

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    How does tone variation on aerial photographs vary between vegetated areas and bare fields?

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    What role do shadows play in aerial photographs besides identifying objects?

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    Why are oblique aerial photographs useful for visualizing landscape features?

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    How do orthophoto maps differ from standard aerial photos in terms of accuracy?

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    What distinguishes high-oblique from low-oblique aerial photographs?

    <p>High-oblique photos show the horizon, while low-oblique photos do not. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of georeferencing spatial data in GIS?

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    Which type of data in GIS represents features like roads or rivers that have length but negligible width?

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    What distinguishes raster data from vector data structures in GIS?

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    In an atlas, what is the main function of the index located at the back of the book?

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    Which component of an atlas complements maps by providing visual context and illustrating changes over time?

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    What type of data structure in GIS uses points, lines, and polygons to represent discrete features?

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    What does spectral resolution indicate in GIS?

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    'Area Data' in GIS typically covers regions such as:

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    What makes 'Vector Data' structure in GIS suited for precise representations of geographic features?

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    How do 'Photographs and Diagrams' contribute to an atlas's overall content?

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    What is the function of an atlas mentioned in the text?

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    Where is Phase 3 of fieldwork primarily conducted according to the text?

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    What is the purpose of Formulating a Hypothesis in a research project as per the text?

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    Why do researchers engage in extensive reading and observation in Phase 1 of fieldwork?

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    What is the crucial aspect of Phase 2: Formulate a Hypothesis in conducting fieldwork as described in the text?

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    During which phase of fieldwork is data collection primarily focused on interviews and observations?

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    What does Phase 1: Identify and Define a Problem aim to achieve according to the text?

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    'Engaging in extensive reading and observation' is part of which phase in conducting fieldwork as mentioned in the text?

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    What is the key outcome of Phase 4: Analyse and Interpret Information according to the text?

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    Which phase involves determining 'the type of data required and methods for collecting it' according to the text?

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    What is the role of lines of longitude on Earth?

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    Which imaginary line passes through Greenwich, England, and is used as the 0° longitude reference point?

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    How is direction specified more precisely using bearings?

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    In the context of direction, what does 'True Bearing' refer to?

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    What do lines of latitude mainly help to measure on Earth?

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    Which instrument is commonly used for general orientation when understanding direction?

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    What is the primary purpose of presenting findings in a structured format?

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    Where is the final phase, involving compiling research findings, typically conducted?

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    What is the significance of proposing actionable recommendations based on research findings?

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    Where is feedback typically obtained during the presentation of research findings?

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    How are researchers expected to present their conclusions in the final phase?

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    What setting is conducive for presenting research findings for feedback from experts in the field?

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    How is a true bearing calculated from a magnetic bearing?

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    What does the term 'magnetic declination' refer to?

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    In South Africa, where does magnetic north lie in relation to true north?

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    How is the area typically measured for regular and irregular shapes?

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    What does vertical exaggeration aim to enhance in a cross-section drawing?

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    How is gradient typically calculated between two points on a slope?

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    'Intervisibility' refers to which aspect of terrain analysis?

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    'Contours and Their Interpretation' on topographic maps are primarily used for depicting what?

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    'Cross-Section' in topographic mapping provides a view of which aspect of terrain?

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    What is the primary purpose of using orthophoto maps in geography?

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    Which element is NOT used to identify features on aerial photographs?

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    What is the main difference between low-oblique and high-oblique aerial photographs?

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    What makes vertical aerial photographs ideal for mapping purposes?

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    Which factor influences tone variation in objects on aerial photographs?

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    Why are shadows cast on aerial photographs considered useful?

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    What is the purpose of identifying patterns, characteristics, and relationships in Phase 1 of conducting fieldwork?

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    What distinguishes fieldwork from secondary research in terms of data collection locations?

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    In what phase of conducting fieldwork would a researcher examine patterns that emerge from collected data?

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    'Identify and Define a Problem' is primarily conducted in which setting during fieldwork?

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    'Collect, Describe, and Record Information' in Phase 3 of fieldwork mainly occurs at which stage of the research process?

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    What does georeferencing aim to achieve in GIS?

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    Which type of data in GIS represents features like roads or rivers?

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    What is the primary difference between raster and vector data structures in GIS?

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    What type of information is best represented using raster data in GIS?

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    In GIS, what does spectral resolution refer to?

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    Which component in an atlas provides quantitative views on various issues?

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    What does an atlas index primarily assist users with?

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    Photographs and diagrams in an atlas complement maps by providing visual context and illustrating changes over time or differences between regions. Which other component's role is similar to photographs and diagrams?

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