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U4C14S3 El Niño and La Niña Short Term Climate changes
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7th - 9th Grade
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Hard
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is El Niño?
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El Niño is a climate pattern characterized by the warming of surface waters in the central and eastern Pacific Ocean, leading to significant weather changes globally.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is La Niña?
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La Niña is a climate pattern that describes the cooling of surface waters in the central and eastern Pacific Ocean, often resulting in increased rainfall in some areas and drought in others.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are the typical effects of El Niño on weather in the Northwestern United States?
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El Niño typically causes drier weather in the Northwestern United States.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are the typical effects of La Niña on weather in the western coasts of South America?
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La Niña usually results in cooler ocean temperatures and less rain on the western coasts of South America.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is upwelling?
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Upwelling is the process where deep, cold water rises to the surface, often bringing nutrients that support marine life.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is downwelling?
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Downwelling is the process where surface water sinks, often leading to the transport of oxygen-rich water to deeper ocean layers.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How long do El Niño and La Niña events typically last?
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El Niño and La Niña events typically last between 9 to 12 months.
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