Ocean Currents & Wind
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Science
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8th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the relationship between warm air and cold air in terms of density?
Back
Warm air is less dense than cold air and rises.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What role does the sun play in ocean currents?
Back
The sun provides the energy necessary to drive convection within Earth's oceans.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4
NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an example of convection?
Back
Gases rising and falling in the atmosphere.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What causes surface currents in the ocean?
Back
Winds cause surface currents, and winds are created by the sun.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What happens to cool air in convection?
Back
Cool air sinks.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Define convection in the context of atmospheric and oceanic processes.
Back
Convection is the process by which warmer, less dense air or water rises, while cooler, denser air or water sinks.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How does the sun influence wind patterns?
Back
The sun heats the Earth's surface unevenly, creating temperature differences that lead to wind patterns.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
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