Weather systems

Weather systems

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Science

6th - 8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the atmosphere?

Back

A layer of gas and suspended solids extending from the Earth's surface up many thousands of miles, becoming thinner with distance.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a land breeze?

Back

A land breeze is a cool breeze that blows from the land towards the sea, typically occurring at night.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a sea breeze?

Back

A sea breeze is a cool breeze that blows from the sea towards the land, usually occurring during the day.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What causes a land breeze?

Back

A land breeze is caused by the warm land surface cooling down at night, causing the air above it to become denser and sink.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What time of day do sea breezes typically occur?

Back

Sea breezes typically occur during the day when the land heats up faster than the sea.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is convection in weather systems?

Back

Convection is the process by which warm air rises and cool air sinks, creating wind and weather patterns.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the role of the sun in weather systems?

Back

The sun heats the Earth's surface, causing temperature differences that drive wind and weather patterns.

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