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APES Practice Visual Stimulus

The document is an AP Environmental Science practice test featuring questions on global CO2 emissions, the nitrogen cycle, and the urban heat island effect. It includes visual stimuli such as graphs and diagrams to aid in answering the questions. The answer key provides the correct responses for each question.

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APES Practice Visual Stimulus

The document is an AP Environmental Science practice test featuring questions on global CO2 emissions, the nitrogen cycle, and the urban heat island effect. It includes visual stimuli such as graphs and diagrams to aid in answering the questions. The answer key provides the correct responses for each question.

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AP Environmental Science Practice Test with Visual Stimulus

1. Examine the following graph showing global CO2 emissions over time. What conclusion can be

drawn from the trend?

Graph: Global CO2 Emissions 1950-2020 (not shown)

A. CO2 emissions have remained stable over time.

B. CO2 emissions have steadily decreased since 2000.

C. CO2 emissions have increased significantly since 1950.

D. CO2 emissions are only rising in developing countries.

2. Study the diagram of the nitrogen cycle. Which process converts atmospheric nitrogen into a form

usable by plants?

Diagram: Nitrogen Cycle (not shown)

A. Nitrification

B. Assimilation

C. Nitrogen fixation

D. Denitrification

3. Review the image of urban vs. rural temperature data. What is the urban heat island effect?

Chart: Urban vs. Rural Temperatures (not shown)

A. Urban areas have lower temperatures due to shade.

B. Rural areas have higher average temperatures.

C. Cities retain more heat due to concrete and infrastructure.

D. Urban areas always receive more rainfall.


Answer Key

1. C

2. C

3. C

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