Water and Wind Review

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What is the main source of thermal energy for Earth?

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The sun.

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What process causes the movement of warm water to areas near the poles?

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Energy in warm surface currents is transported to areas near Earth’s poles.

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What is convection in the context of ocean water movement?

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Convection is the process where warm water rises and cold water sinks, creating a circulation pattern.

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How does energy flow in the global ocean?

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Energy is transported from areas of lower temperature to areas of higher temperature.

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What are surface currents in the ocean?

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Streamline movements of water that happen near the surface of the ocean.

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What causes wind on Earth?

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The uneven heating of Earth by the sun.

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What is the Coriolis Effect?

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The Coriolis Effect is the deflection of moving objects caused by the rotation of the Earth.

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What role do large bodies of water play in climate?

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They store thermal energy, causing temperature differences that affect climate and weather.

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What is the difference between conduction and convection?

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Conduction is the transfer of heat through direct contact, while convection involves the movement of fluids.

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What are thermohaline currents?

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Currents driven by differences in temperature and salinity in the ocean.

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