Weather and Climate Unit Test Review

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What are warm ocean currents and where do they generally come from?

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Warm ocean currents are currents that originate from the Equator, bringing warm water to different parts of the ocean.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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What is the symbol for a stationary front?

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The symbol for a stationary front is a line with alternating triangles and semicircles on opposite sides.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What causes deep ocean currents?

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Deep ocean currents are primarily caused by density differences in water, which can be influenced by temperature and salinity.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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What do ocean currents transport around the world?

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Ocean currents transport gases, nutrients, and heat energy around the world.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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How does the Gulf Stream influence Florida's climate?

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The Gulf Stream causes hot, humid summers in Florida due to the warm water it carries.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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Define climate.

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Climate refers to the long-term average of weather conditions in a particular area over a significant period.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-5

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather describes short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to long-term patterns and averages.

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What role do global wind patterns play in ocean currents?

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Global wind patterns drive surface ocean currents, influencing their direction and speed.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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Explain the concept of density in relation to ocean currents.

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Density in ocean water is affected by temperature and salinity; denser water sinks, creating deep ocean currents.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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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.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5