Unit Review Weather, Climate, and Water Cycling OpenSciEd

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to atmospheric conditions like temperature, air pressure, wind, humidity, precipitation, and cloud cover over a short time, while climate is the average of these conditions over a longer period.

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What happens to ocean water temperature as you move from the equator to the poles?

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The ocean is warmer near the equator and cooler near the poles.

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What is convection in the context of air movement?

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Convection is the process where warm air becomes less dense and rises, then cools and sinks.

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Can colder air hold more water vapor than warmer air?

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False. Warmer air can hold more water vapor than colder air.

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What do ocean currents do to water temperatures?

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Ocean currents bring warmer water toward the poles and cooler water toward the equator.

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What is the role of humidity in weather?

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Humidity is the amount of water vapor in the air, which affects precipitation and temperature.

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Define precipitation.

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Precipitation is any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

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What is the significance of air pressure in weather patterns?

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Air pressure influences wind patterns and can indicate weather changes; low pressure often leads to stormy weather, while high pressure usually brings clear skies.

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How does cloud cover affect temperature?

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Cloud cover can keep temperatures warmer at night by trapping heat and cooler during the day by blocking sunlight.

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth, including processes like evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

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