Storms CRT1920 Part 1

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What is the Jet Stream?

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The Jet Stream is a fast-flowing air current in the atmosphere that influences weather patterns by moving weather systems across the United States.

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How does temperature affect air density?

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As the temperature of air increases, the density of air decreases because the molecules move apart.

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List the layers of the atmosphere in order from the surface of the Earth to space.

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Troposphere, Stratosphere, Mesosphere, Thermosphere, Exosphere.

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What effect does warm ocean water from the Gulf of Mexico have on the East Coast weather?

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It brings warmer temperatures to the East Coast.

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What happens in Tara's convection tube experiment?

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Smoke added to a hot cylinder sinks and moves to a cold cylinder, where it rises, demonstrating convection.

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Define convection.

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Convection is the transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (liquids or gases) caused by differences in temperature.

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What are Polar Easterlies?

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Polar Easterlies are cold winds that blow from the polar regions towards the equator.

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What are Trade Winds?

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Trade Winds are steady winds that blow from east to west in the tropics, helping to drive ocean currents.

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What is the role of the Gulf Stream?

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The Gulf Stream is a warm ocean current that originates in the Gulf of Mexico and influences the climate of the East Coast of the United States.

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What is the significance of the Troposphere?

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The Troposphere is the lowest layer of the atmosphere where weather occurs and where we live.