The Atmosphere and Ocean Environments (Leaving Cert Geography): Quizzes
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How do atmosphere and ocean environments function according to this unit?
How do atmosphere and ocean environments function according to this unit?
As interconnected systems
Which two gases form the primary components of Earth's atmosphere?
Which two gases form the primary components of Earth's atmosphere?
Nitrogen and oxygen
Which is NOT listed as an atmospheric layer in the notes?
Which is NOT listed as an atmospheric layer in the notes?
Mesosphere
What does ice core analysis provide for climate research?
What does ice core analysis provide for climate research?
Historical climate data
Which three properties create the vertical structure of oceans?
Which three properties create the vertical structure of oceans?
Salinity, density, pressure variations
What unique marking feature applies to atmosphere and oceans questions?
What unique marking feature applies to atmosphere and oceans questions?
Overall coherence
How many SRPs must each aspect include when using a three-aspect approach?
How many SRPs must each aspect include when using a three-aspect approach?
At least 8 SRPs
How many SRPs must each aspect include when using a four-aspect approach?
How many SRPs must each aspect include when using a four-aspect approach?
At least 6 SRPs
How many marks is overall coherence worth in this unit?
How many marks is overall coherence worth in this unit?
20 marks
Which ocean zones are specifically mentioned in the key vocabulary?
Which ocean zones are specifically mentioned in the key vocabulary?
Sunlight zone and midnight zone
How does the North Atlantic Drift affect Ireland?
How does the North Atlantic Drift affect Ireland?
Affects climate patterns
What represents extreme deep-water environments in oceans?
What represents extreme deep-water environments in oceans?
Ocean trenches