The Physical World — Test Answers

Which physical process caused the cliffs to tilt?

Based on the infographic, which region is at risk of experiencing a hurricane or typhoon?

What conclusion can be drawn about the city’s location based on the climate data?

Sort each statement to show whether it describes climate conditions and causes across most of Southeast Asia or most of North Africa and Southwest Asia.

The climographs show data for two cities in Australia. What conclusion do the graphs support?

Sort each phrase according to weather it describes the landform in photograph 1 or 2.

How did river flooding affect one of Earth’s spheres?

Which conclusions does this map support?

How did Hurricane María affect the population of Puerto Rico?

The web shows factors in an important process that affects one of Earth’s spheres. Which label belongs in the center?

Based on the photograph, what type of climate does this part of South Africa have?

What occurs as a result of the process shown in the diagram?

Which weather event caused the conditions shown?

The diagram shows the hydrosphere’s water cycle. Match each number to the correct term.

What extreme weather conditions contributed to the devastating bushfires in Australia in 2019?

Dr. Achebe is in charge of a deep-sea exploration off the Atlantic Coast of western Africa. The team’s remotely operated underwater vehicle has been exploring several trenches and ocean ridges in the area. Along which type of tectonic boundary is Dr. Achebe and the team operating?

Scientists in China are studying acid rain. They notice a significantly higher degree of acid rain in areas close to factories. During which physical process would this pollution occur?

Match each scenario to the tectonic boundary that contributed to its formation.

What is significant about the Ring of Fire in relation to Earth’s spheres?

Thousands of years ago, sheets of ice covered much of Canada. As Earth grew warmer, the ice began to melt and move. This action led to the flattening of once-high areas into plains. What physical process does this scenario describe?