Local and Global Winds

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What are trade winds?

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Trade winds are tropical winds that blow from the east towards the west between 0 to 30 degrees latitude.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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What are the prevailing westerlies?

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Prevailing westerlies are global winds that blow from the west to the east in the mid-latitudes, typically between 30 to 60 degrees latitude.

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What are polar easterlies?

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Polar easterlies are cold winds that blow from the east towards the west near the poles, typically found at latitudes above 60 degrees.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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What are doldrums?

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Doldrums are areas near the equator where there is little to no wind, often characterized by calm and unpredictable weather.

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What happens to ocean currents when they meet land?

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When ocean currents come in contact with a continent or landmass, they change direction.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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What causes surface currents in the ocean?

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Surface currents are primarily caused by global wind patterns.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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What is the Coriolis effect?

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The Coriolis effect is the deflection of moving objects, such as winds and currents, caused by the rotation of the Earth.

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How do ocean currents affect climate?

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Ocean currents help regulate climate by distributing heat around the planet, influencing weather patterns.

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What is the difference between local winds and global winds?

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Local winds are winds that blow over short distances and are influenced by local geography, while global winds are large-scale wind patterns that affect the entire planet.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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What are sea breezes?

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Sea breezes are local winds that blow from the sea to the land, typically occurring during the day due to temperature differences.

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