Final Review 4

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What is the main reason scientists are exploring alternative energy sources?

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Fossil fuels take millions of years to be renewed, whereas alternative sources can be replenished more quickly.

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At which location is a hurricane predicted to be least intense?

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Location IV.

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What is a major negative effect of burning oil and coal?

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It increases the greenhouse effect.

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What happens when a cold front catches up to a warm front during a storm?

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The cold front rotates around the storm and can lead to severe weather conditions.

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What type of clouds are associated with thunderstorms?

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Cumulonimbus clouds.

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Define 'greenhouse effect'.

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The greenhouse effect is the warming of Earth's surface due to the trapping of heat by greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.

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What are alternative energy sources?

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Energy sources that are not based on fossil fuels, such as solar, wind, hydroelectric, and geothermal energy.

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What is the significance of the warm front in a storm system?

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A warm front brings warm, moist air that can lead to precipitation and is often associated with gradual weather changes.

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What is the role of a cold front in weather systems?

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A cold front pushes into a warm air mass, often leading to abrupt weather changes, including thunderstorms.

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What are the characteristics of cumulonimbus clouds?

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Cumulonimbus clouds are tall, dense clouds associated with thunderstorms, capable of producing heavy rain, lightning, and severe weather.

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