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The Role of the Oceans in the World
Contributed by: Flynn
  • 1. What is the largest ocean on Earth?
A) Arctic Ocean
B) Indian Ocean
C) Atlantic Ocean
D) Pacific Ocean
  • 2. Which ocean is the smallest?
A) Indian Ocean
B) Southern Ocean
C) Arctic Ocean
D) Atlantic Ocean
  • 3. What percentage of the Earth's surface is covered by oceans?
A) 50%
B) 65%
C) 71%
D) 80%
  • 4. What is the process by which water from the ocean enters the atmosphere?
A) Infiltration
B) Condensation
C) Evaporation
D) Precipitation
  • 5. Which current is known for its warm water and influences weather patterns?
A) Gulf Stream
B) Benguela Current
C) California Current
D) Labrador Current
  • 6. What do we call the ocean zone where sunlight can penetrate?
A) Neritic zone
B) Aphotic zone
C) Photic zone
D) Benthic zone
  • 7. How do oceans influence weather patterns?
A) By blocking wind currents
B) By storing and releasing heat
C) By creating landforms
D) By generating rainfall directly
  • 8. What role do oceans play in the carbon cycle?
A) Carbon amplifier
B) Carbon neutral
C) Carbon source
D) Carbon sink
  • 9. Which phenomenon is characterized by the rise of sea temperatures?
A) El Niño
B) La Niña
C) Monsoon
D) Hurricane
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