Unit 3 - Climate & Weather Test Review

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What are the necessary ingredients for a hurricane to strengthen?

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A hurricane strengthens when it moves over warmer water.

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What is the Coriolis Effect?

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The Coriolis Effect is the curving of the path of a moving object in Earth's atmosphere caused by Earth's rotation.

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How does the Coriolis Effect affect winds globally?

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It causes the wind to move in a curved path.

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What is convection in the context of ocean movement?

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Convection is the movement of warm water rising and cool water sinking in the ocean.

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How do differences in air pressure affect the movement of air?

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Air always moves from areas of high pressure to areas of low pressure.

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What are land breezes?

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Land breezes are winds that originate in the evening and blow toward the water.

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What is the role of warm water in hurricane formation?

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Warm water provides the energy needed for a hurricane to strengthen.

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What happens to air pressure as altitude increases?

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Air pressure decreases as altitude increases.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous movement of water through evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.