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What is the lithosphere?

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The lithosphere is the rigid outer layer of the Earth, consisting of the crust and the uppermost part of the mantle.

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What is the asthenosphere?

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The asthenosphere is the semi-fluid layer of the mantle beneath the lithosphere, allowing for the movement of tectonic plates.

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What is the leeward side of a mountain?

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The leeward side is the side that faces away from the prevailing winds, often resulting in drier and warmer conditions.

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What is the California Current?

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The California Current is a cold ocean current that flows southward along the western coast of North America, bringing cold water from the north.

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What occurs during normal conditions off the coast of Peru?

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During normal conditions, upwelling occurs, bringing nutrient-rich waters to the surface, supporting marine life.

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What happens at a divergent boundary?

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At a divergent boundary, tectonic plates pull apart from each other, leading to the formation of new crust.

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What is the wet lapse rate?

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The wet lapse rate is the rate at which air cools as it rises when it is saturated with moisture, typically about 6°C per kilometer.

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What is the windward side of a mountain?

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The windward side is the side that faces the prevailing winds, often receiving more precipitation and being cooler.

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What is subduction?

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Subduction is the process where one tectonic plate moves under another and sinks into the mantle, often causing volcanic activity.

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What is El Niño?

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El Niño is a climate pattern characterized by the warming of ocean surface temperatures in the central and eastern Pacific Ocean, affecting global weather.

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