

Understanding El Nino and La Nina
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10th Grade
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Tyler Blackburn
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1.
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What is El Niño?
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A warming of the ocean surface in the central and eastern tropical Pacific.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Characteristic of La Niña?
Back
Cooler ocean temperatures in the central and eastern tropical Pacific.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How does El Niño typically affect weather patterns in Australia?
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It causes drier than average conditions.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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During a La Niña event, what is the typical impact on Australia's weather?
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Increased rainfall and potential flooding.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the Southern Oscillation Index (SOI) used for?
Back
Indicating the strength and phase of El Niño and La Niña events.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Common effect of El Niño on global weather patterns?
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Decreased rainfall in the western Pacific and Australia.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What typically happens to the trade winds during an El Niño event?
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They weaken or reverse direction.
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