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What is the primary reason Earth is classified as a blue planet?
What is the primary reason Earth is classified as a blue planet?
Which process involves the continuous change of water in the environment?
Which process involves the continuous change of water in the environment?
What is primarily responsible for creating tides on Earth?
What is primarily responsible for creating tides on Earth?
What role does the sun play in the water cycle?
What role does the sun play in the water cycle?
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Which term describes the downward movement of water vapor as it cools and forms clouds?
Which term describes the downward movement of water vapor as it cools and forms clouds?
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During which alignment do spring tides occur?
During which alignment do spring tides occur?
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What describes the continuous movement of water in the ocean?
What describes the continuous movement of water in the ocean?
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What phenomenon is associated with the movements of ocean water caused by wind?
What phenomenon is associated with the movements of ocean water caused by wind?
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How do ocean currents generally influence climate?
How do ocean currents generally influence climate?
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What is the main driver of ocean currents?
What is the main driver of ocean currents?
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What effect do tides have on coastal navigation?
What effect do tides have on coastal navigation?
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What effect does evaporation have on the water cycle?
What effect does evaporation have on the water cycle?
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Which type of water movement is primarily influenced by the gravitational pull of the moon?
Which type of water movement is primarily influenced by the gravitational pull of the moon?
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Study Notes
Water Surrounding the Earth
- March 22nd is celebrated as World Water Day
- Earth is called the 'water planet' due to abundant water
- 71.1% of Earth's surface is covered by water
- 97% of this water is salt water (in oceans)
- The remaining 2.1% is in glaciers
- Less than 1% is fresh water (rivers, lakes, ponds, groundwater)
- Five types of oceans: Pacific, Atlantic, Indian, Arctic, and Southern (Antarctic)
- Ocean water is saline (contains salt)
Water Cycle
- Water continually changes form (liquid, gas, solid) and moves between oceans, atmosphere, and land
- This is called the water cycle
Movement of Ocean Water
Waves
- Waves are the movement of water particles up and down
- They are basically a rhythmic movement
- Wave height depends on wind speed and duration
Ocean Currents
- Continuous movement of water in a specific direction
- Two types: cold and warm currents
- Cold water is denser, so it moves slower
- Cold currents travel from poles to equator
- Warm currents travel from equator to poles
- Warm currents bring warm temperatures
- Cold currents bring cold temperatures
- The confluence of warm and cold currents creates good conditions for plankton growth (food for marine life)
Tides
- Periodic rise and fall in ocean water level, known as tides
- Two types: high and low tides
- Usually occur twice a day
- Caused by the gravitational pull of the moon and sun on Earth's surface
- The closer the moon or sun, the higher the tide
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Explore the fascinating world of water surrounding our planet, including the water cycle and the movement of ocean water. Learn about the significance of World Water Day, the types of oceans, and the dynamics of waves and currents. This quiz will test your knowledge on water distribution and oceanic processes.
