Sun, Weather, and Ocean Interactions

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How does energy from the Sun influence the Earth's climate?

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It heats the Earth's surface, affecting temperature and weather patterns.

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TEKS.SCI.8.10A

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Role of the hydrosphere in influencing weather?

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It absorbs sunlight and releases it as heat, affecting air temperature.

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TEKS.SCI.8.10A

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What is the primary way that global patterns of atmospheric movement influence local weather?

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By affecting the direction and speed of wind currents.

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TEKS.SCI.8.10B

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Which global wind pattern is responsible for moving weather systems across the United States?

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Westerlies

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TEKS.SCI.8.10B

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How do ocean currents influence the formation of tropical cyclones?

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By providing warm water that fuels cyclone development.

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TEKS.SCI.8.10C

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What is the main interaction between air masses and ocean currents that leads to the development of hurricanes?

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Warm air masses over warm ocean currents.

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TEKS.SCI.8.10C

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How does the atmosphere interact with the Sun's energy?

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It absorbs and redistributes the Sun's energy, affecting weather patterns.

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TEKS.SCI.8.10A

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What effect do the Trade Winds have on the weather in tropical regions?

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They bring warm, moist air, leading to frequent rainfall.

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TEKS.SCI.8.10B

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How do ocean currents affect the climate of coastal regions?

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They warm the air, leading to milder climates.

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TEKS.SCI.8.10C

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Which atmospheric condition is necessary for the formation of a typhoon?

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Low atmospheric pressure.

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TEKS.SCI.8.10C