Which best explains the relationship between ocean currents and convection currents? (1 point)
• Convection currents join with the Coriolis effect to create the winds that drive ocean currents.
• Ocean currents create a Coriolis effect that increases convection currents.
• Ocean currents rely on warm convection currents to strength the Coriolis effect.
• Convection currents use the Coriolis effect to generate ocean currents.
Convection currents join with the Coriolis effect to create the winds that drive ocean currents.
Which explains the differences in the distribution of solar energy on Earth's surface? (1 point)
• Earth's climate system determines how much energy is absorbed from the sun.
• Earth's solar energy is dependent on air currents.
• Earth's curved shape and tilt on its axis do not allow the sun's rays to fall evenly on its surface.
• Earth's gravitational force pulls the sun's rays away from the equator.
Earth's curved shape and tilt on its axis do not allow the sun's rays to fall evenly on its surface.
What is the purpose of all interactions among the components of a climate system? (1 point)
• to transfer thermal energy around the world
• to assist human activities such as shipping and farming
• to transport different species of animals around the globe
• to create various weather patterns on Earth
Which describes the average conditions of the atmosphere in one area over a long period of time? (1 point)
• radiation
• climate
• weather
season