APES 4.5-4.6 Earth's Atmosphere, Climate, and Weather

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What is a Sea Breeze?

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A Sea Breeze is a local wind that occurs when the land heats up faster than the ocean, causing cooler air from the ocean to move inland.

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What is the main characteristic used to define the different layers of the atmosphere?

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Temperature is the main characteristic used to define the different layers of the atmosphere.

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What economic impact can El Nino have?

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El Nino can lead to economic loss in the fishing industry due to changes in ocean temperatures and currents.

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What role do ocean gyres play in global patterns?

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Ocean gyres distribute nutrients across the ocean, which is essential for marine life.

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What happens to the upwelling process during La Nina?

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During La Nina, the upwelling process increases, bringing more nutrients to the surface.

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Define the term 'Atmosphere'.

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

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate is the long-term average of weather patterns in a region.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The greenhouse effect is the process by which certain gases trap heat in the Earth's atmosphere, leading to a warming effect.

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What are the main layers of the atmosphere?

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The main layers of the atmosphere are the Troposphere, Stratosphere, Mesosphere, Thermosphere, and Exosphere.

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What is El Nino?

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El Nino is a climate pattern characterized by the warming of ocean surface temperatures in the central and eastern Pacific Ocean.