5th grade weather NC

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What is a sea breeze?

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A sea breeze is a wind that blows from the sea to the land, usually occurring during the day when the land heats up faster than the water.

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What is a land breeze?

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A land breeze is a wind that blows from the land to the sea, typically occurring at night when the land cools down faster than the water.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What is a cold front?

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A cold front occurs when cold air replaces warm air in the atmosphere, often bringing storms and a drop in temperature.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What instrument measures temperature?

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A thermometer is an instrument used to measure temperature.

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What type of weather do high pressure systems bring?

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High pressure systems typically bring sunny weather.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What is atmospheric pressure?

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Atmospheric pressure is the force exerted by the weight of air above a given point, affecting weather patterns.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What is a warm front?

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A warm front occurs when warm air replaces cold air, usually leading to gradual temperature increases and precipitation.

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What is a barometer used for?

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A barometer is an instrument used to measure atmospheric pressure.

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What is a rain gauge?

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A rain gauge is an instrument used to measure the amount of rainfall.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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What causes wind?

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Wind is caused by the uneven heating of the Earth's surface, leading to differences in air pressure.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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