Unit 4 - Role of Oceans and Weather

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What is the primary energy source that drives all weather events?

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The sun.

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What is low pressure typically associated with?

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Warm temperatures since it is less dense.

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What causes Stavanger, Norway to have a warmer climate than the rest of Norway?

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The Gulf Stream current carries warm water to Stavanger.

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What weather condition is best described as 'cloudy'?

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Cloudy weather indicates overcast skies with little to no sunlight.

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What happens to air particles near the center of high-pressure systems?

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They sink to form sunny cool conditions.

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How does the Gulf Stream affect weather in Europe?

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It carries warm water from the tropics, influencing the climate and weather patterns.

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What is the role of oceans in weather patterns?

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Oceans store and transport heat, influencing temperature and precipitation.

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What is the relationship between air density and temperature in low-pressure systems?

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Low-pressure systems are associated with warm air, which is less dense.

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What type of weather is typically associated with high-pressure systems?

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Sunny and clear weather.

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How do ocean currents affect coastal climates?

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Ocean currents can warm or cool the air above them, affecting local climates.

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