General: Climate, Currents and Wind

General: Climate, Currents and Wind

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1.

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Front

What are Polar Easterlies?

Back

Polar Easterlies are winds that originate from the poles, blowing from east to west, and are associated with cold, freezing weather.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What type of air mass brings cold, dry air to the United States?

Back

Air Mass #1 is the type of air mass that brings cold, dry air to the United States.

3.

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Front

What does the abbreviation 'cP' stand for in meteorology?

Back

'cP' stands for continental Polar, which is an air mass that brings dry, cold air.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How are air molecules arranged in a high-pressure system?

Back

In a high-pressure system, air is colder, causing the molecules to be closer together.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the East Australian Current?

Back

The East Australian Current is a warm ocean current that originates at the equator.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the difference between high pressure and low pressure systems?

Back

High pressure systems are associated with descending air and clear skies, while low pressure systems are associated with rising air, clouds, and precipitation.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What is the significance of ocean currents in climate?

Back

Ocean currents play a crucial role in regulating climate by distributing heat around the planet and influencing weather patterns.

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