Weather Unit #1

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Radiation

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Energy/heat transfer by waves or rays.

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Convection

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Energy/heat transfer by cycling currents in liquids and gases.

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Conduction

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Energy/heat transfer by touch.

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What is the driving source of energy for all of Earth's weather?

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The sun.

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What are the horse latitudes?

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Areas of little to no wind at 30° North and South of the equator.

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What is the definition of weather?

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The state of the atmosphere at a specific time and place, including temperature, humidity, precipitation, and wind.

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What is climate?

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The average weather conditions in a particular area over a long period.

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What is the water cycle?

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The continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth.

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What is evaporation?

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The process by which water changes from a liquid to a gas.

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What is condensation?

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The process by which water vapor in the air is changed into liquid water.