Oceans, Atmosphere, and Climate

Oceans, Atmosphere, and Climate

Assessment

Flashcard

Science

6th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

NGSS
MS-ESS2-6, MS-ESS2-5, MS-ESS2-4

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a stationary front in meteorology?

Back

A stationary front is a boundary between two air masses that are not moving significantly, leading to prolonged periods of cloudy and rainy weather.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the primary energy source for deep ocean currents?

Back

The primary energy source for deep ocean currents is radiation from the Sun, which drives surface winds and influences temperature and salinity.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What weather conditions are typically associated with a strong low pressure system?

Back

Strong low pressure systems are typically associated with cloudy skies and steady rain.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the Great Ocean Conveyor Belt?

Back

The Great Ocean Conveyor Belt is a system of deep-sea density currents that circulate water around the globe, influencing climate and weather patterns.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do deep-sea density currents influence climate?

Back

Deep-sea density currents influence climate by distributing thermal energy from the Sun across different regions of the Earth.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is thermal energy in the context of ocean currents?

Back

Thermal energy refers to the heat energy that is transferred through ocean currents, affecting climate and weather patterns.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What role do ocean currents play in climate regulation?

Back

Ocean currents play a crucial role in climate regulation by redistributing heat from the equator to the poles, influencing regional climates.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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