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Q2: Which process is responsible for converting water in the oceans into water vapor in the atmosphere?
(a) Precipitation
(b) Evaporation
(c) Condensation
(d) Collection
Q3: What is the average salinity of sea water expressed in parts per thousand?
(a) 25
(b) 35
(c) 45
(d) 55
Q4: Tides are caused due to the gravitational force exerted by which celestial bodies?
(a) Earth and Sun
(b) Earth and Moon
(c) Moon and Sun
(d) Mars and Venus
Q5: Which factor does not influence the movement of ocean currents?
(a) Differences in temperature and density of ocean water
(b) Prevailing winds
(c) Rotation of the Earth
(d) Shape of Landmasses
Q1: Define the hydrosphere and its significance in sustaining life on Earth.
Q2: Explain the process of tidal formation and the factors affecting tidal heights.
Q3: Describe the types and significance of ocean currents.
Q4: Discuss the factors influencing the movement of ocean water.
Q5: Why is water conservation important, and what are some suggested measures to prevent water pollution?
Q2: The temperature of ocean water varies with latitude, and the warmest oceanic waters are found in _______ latitudes.
Q3: Ocean currents are caused by several factors, including differences in temperature and _______ of ocean water.
Q4: Tides clear mud and silt deposits from the mouth of rivers and keep them open for _______.
Q5: Tidal energy can be generated from ocean water, while hydroelectricity is generated from _______.
Q2: Ocean currents flow in the opposite direction of prevailing winds in the southern hemisphere.
Q3: The Moon exerts a greater gravitational force on water bodies closer to it, causing tides.
Q4: Tidal energy cannot be generated from ocean water.
Q5: The temperature of ocean water increases with depth.
The solutions of the worksheet "The Hydrosphere"
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1. What is the hydrosphere and why is it important? |
2. How does the hydrosphere interact with the atmosphere? |
3. What are the main components of the hydrosphere? |
4. How does human activity impact the hydrosphere? |
5. What is the water cycle, and why is it significant in the hydrosphere? |
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