Q2 Test Day review

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What causes wind?

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Differences in Temperature

Front

What is cooler during the day, water or land?

Back

Water

Front

What is the initial source of energy that creates winds?

Back

The Sun

Front

What is the term for average weather over a long period of time?

Back

Climate

Front

Are winds named for the direction they are blowing from?

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True

Front

What is the process called when warm air rises and cool air moves in to replace it?

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Convection

Front

What is the effect called that causes winds to curve due to the Earth's rotation?

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Coriolis Effect

Front

What type of breeze occurs during the day due to temperature differences between land and water?

Back

Sea Breeze

Front

What is the primary factor that influences local wind patterns?

Back

Temperature differences

Front

What is the term for the movement of air from high pressure to low pressure?

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Wind