Unit 3 - Climate & Weather Test Review

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What is a cold front?

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A cold front is the leading edge of a cooler mass of air, replacing a warmer mass of air. It often brings thunderstorms and a drop in temperature.

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What is the Coriolis Effect?

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The Coriolis Effect is the curving of the path of a moving object in Earth's atmosphere caused by Earth's rotation, affecting wind direction.

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What are jet streams?

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Jet streams are fast flowing, narrow air currents in the atmosphere that influence weather patterns and can affect flight times.

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What conditions strengthen a hurricane?

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A hurricane strengthens when it moves over warmer water, which provides the heat and moisture needed for its development.

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What weather is associated with an air mass from the Gulf of Mexico?

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An air mass from the Gulf of Mexico typically brings warm and humid weather conditions.

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What is a warm front?

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A warm front is the boundary where a warm air mass replaces a cooler air mass, often leading to gradual temperature increases and precipitation.

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What is an occluded front?

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An occluded front occurs when a cold front overtakes a warm front, leading to complex weather patterns and often heavy precipitation.

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What is a stationary front?

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A stationary front is a boundary between air masses that are not moving, leading to prolonged periods of cloudy and wet weather.

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How does the Coriolis Effect influence wind patterns?

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The Coriolis Effect causes winds to move in a curved path rather than straight, influencing global wind patterns.

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What is the difference between local winds and jet streams?

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Local winds are winds that occur in a specific area due to local geography, while jet streams are high-altitude winds that flow across the globe.