Global Winds

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What is the general pattern of winds at the equator?

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Winds are generally weak because the equator is a region of mostly low air pressure.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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What causes wind?

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The uneven heating of the Earth by the sun.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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What causes the Coriolis Effect?

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Rotation of the Earth.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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Which heats up and cools more quickly, land or sea?

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Land heats up and cools more quickly than sea.

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What is conduction?

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Conduction is the transfer of heat by direct contact.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-3

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What is convection?

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Convection is the transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (liquids and gases).

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What is radiation?

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Radiation is the transfer of heat in the form of electromagnetic waves.

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What is the trade winds?

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Trade winds are steady winds that flow from east to west near the equator.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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What is the jet stream?

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The jet stream is a fast-flowing air current in the atmosphere that influences weather patterns.

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What is the difference between high pressure and low pressure systems?

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High pressure systems are associated with clear skies and calm weather, while low pressure systems are associated with clouds and precipitation.

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