Which of the following statements is true of planetary movement in our solar system?
only the first three planets revolve around the sun.
the sun revolves around the earth and other planets.
the earth and other planets revolve around the sun.
each of the planets revolves around its own sun.

Explain: plate tectonics and people.

Match the term with the corresponding definition. 1. mountains 2. geographic position 3. latitude 4. oceans 5. pressure 6. land vs. water a. affects temperature by influencing the seasonal range of solar intensity b. despite being at similar latitudes, continental locations have a larger seasonal range in temperature than waterfront locations c. local topography predict temperature and precipitation d. thinner air less able to hold heat makes climate colder e. sea surface temperature influences air temperature and evaporation rates f. affects temperature, moisture, and storm tracks

In plate tectonics, why is the north american plate tectonically inactive?