Flashcard Climate and Weather

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Why is there more heat near the equator than at the poles?

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The Sun’s rays hit the equator directly and spread less.

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What creates global winds?

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Warm air rising and cool air sinking.

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What causes winds to blow in different directions across Earth?

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Earth’s rotation.

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What shapes regional climate?

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Winds, ocean currents, and geographic features.

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What is one non-human cause of climate change?

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Plate tectonics.

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Define climate.

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Climate refers to the long-term average of weather conditions in a particular area.

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Define weather.

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Weather refers to the short-term atmospheric conditions in a specific place at a specific time.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The greenhouse effect is the process by which certain gases trap heat in the Earth's atmosphere, keeping the planet warm.

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What role do ocean currents play in climate?

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Ocean currents help distribute heat around the planet, influencing climate patterns.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather is short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate is the long-term average of those conditions.