Unit 3 review- Earth's Atmosphere

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the total energy of all the particles in an object, which is related to its temperature. It increases as the temperature rises.

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At what time of day is thermal energy typically greatest in a lake?

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Thermal energy in a lake is typically greatest in the afternoon, around 3 p.m., when the sun has warmed the water the most.

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What health issue can exposure to air pollutants cause?

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Exposure to air pollutants can cause coughing and other respiratory issues.

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What is the Coriolis effect?

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The Coriolis effect is the apparent deflection of moving objects (like winds and currents) caused by the rotation of the Earth.

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What is a natural source of air pollution?

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Methane gas from cow manure is a natural source of air pollution.

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In which layer of the atmosphere does weather occur?

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Weather occurs in the troposphere, which is the lowest layer of the atmosphere.

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What are the four layers of the atmosphere?

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The four layers of the atmosphere are the troposphere, stratosphere, mesosphere, and thermosphere.

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How does the sun affect the Earth's atmosphere?

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The sun heats the Earth's surface unevenly, causing air to move and create winds and weather patterns.

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What is air pollution?

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Air pollution is the presence of harmful substances in the air that can affect health and the environment.

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What are some human activities that contribute to air pollution?

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Human activities such as burning fossil fuels, industrial emissions, and vehicle exhaust contribute to air pollution.