Convection Currents and Wind

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What creates a high pressure area in the atmosphere?

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Cool/cold air that sinks towards the Earth's surface creates a high pressure area.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What type of breeze occurs when cooler air from the sea moves towards the land?

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Sea Breeze.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What is the term for the curving of the winds' paths due to the Earth's rotation?

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Coriolis effect.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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What happens to warm air in convection?

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Warm air rises.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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How does the density of cold air compare to warm air?

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Cold air is more dense than warm air.

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What is the primary driving force behind convection currents?

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Differences in temperature and density of air.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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What is the effect of the Coriolis effect on wind patterns?

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It causes winds to curve rather than move in a straight line.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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What happens to air pressure when warm air rises?

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Air pressure decreases as warm air rises.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What is the relationship between temperature and air density?

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As temperature increases, air density decreases.

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What type of breeze occurs at night when land cools faster than water?

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Land Breeze.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6