L 4.2: What Influences Weather?

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What is the jet stream?

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A fast-flowing air current in the atmosphere that influences weather patterns, typically moving from west to east.

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What is the gulf stream?

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A warm ocean current that originates in the Gulf of Mexico and flows up the east coast of the United States, affecting the climate of the regions it passes.

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How does the jet stream influence weather?

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It helps to move weather systems across the globe, affecting temperature and precipitation patterns.

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What are the two main belts of the jet stream?

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The polar jet stream and the subtropical jet stream.

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What effect does the gulf stream have on Europe?

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It brings warm water across the Atlantic, resulting in a milder climate in Europe.

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Where does the gulf stream flow?

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It flows from the Gulf of Mexico, up the east coast of the United States, and then east into the Atlantic Ocean.

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What is the primary direction of the jet stream's movement?

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From west to east.

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Why is the gulf stream important for the southernmost coast of the United States?

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It influences the weather and climate, providing warmer temperatures and affecting storm patterns.

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What happens when the jet stream dips southward?

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It can lead to colder weather and stormy conditions in the areas it affects.

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What role do ocean currents play in weather?

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They help regulate temperatures and influence weather patterns by transporting warm and cold water.

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