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Earth's Climate History

Question 137414 • (OC27) Earth/Space Sci-2001310-S1-Nelson

Which factors were affected by the breakup of the supercontinent Pangaea? Check all that apply.the shape of Earth’s orbitglobal wind patternsocean currentsthe tilt of Earth’s axisglobal climates

Answer
A
the shape of Earth’s orbit
B
global wind patterns
C
ocean currents
D
the tilt of Earth’s axis
E
global climates

Explanation

As Pangaea broke apart, the arrangement of continents and oceans changed. This affected global wind patterns and redirected ocean currents, which in turn influenced global climates. The breakup did not change the shape of Earth’s orbit or the tilt of its axis.

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