PMA-2 6th Grade Science

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What are jet streams?

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Jet streams are fast flowing, narrow air currents found in the atmosphere that influence weather patterns by moving weather systems quickly from one area to another.

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What is the Hydrosphere?

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The Hydrosphere includes all of Earth's water, such as oceans, rivers, lakes, and moisture in the air.

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What is the Biosphere?

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The Biosphere is the sphere of Earth that is composed of all living things, including plants, animals, and microorganisms.

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What is weather?

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Weather refers to the day-to-day conditions of the atmosphere at a specific place, including factors like heat, dryness, sunshine, wind, and rain.

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What is the water cycle?

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

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process by which water changes from a liquid to a gas, usually due to heat.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process by which water vapor in the air cools and changes back into liquid water, forming clouds.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface.

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What is the atmosphere?

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The atmosphere is the layer of gases surrounding the Earth, which is essential for life and influences weather and climate.

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What is the geosphere?

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The geosphere is the solid part of the Earth, including rocks, soil, and landforms.