Oceans, Atmosphere & Climate Critical Juncture Review
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Science
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8th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the definition of climate?
Back
Climate refers to the general weather pattern over a long period of time.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What happens to air temperature when energy bounces off rocks?
Back
The air temperature becomes warmer because the energy bounces off the rocks and up into the air.
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NGSS.MS-PS1-4
NGSS.MS-PS3-4
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How do air temperatures change with distance from the equator?
Back
Locations further from the equator generally have cooler air temperatures.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What can cause two cities at the same latitude to have different air temperatures?
Back
The cities may be close to an ocean, but each city has a current that starts in a different location.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What effect does a warm ocean current have on air temperature in Ecuador?
Back
The current will bring cold water to Ecuador and energy from the air will transfer to the water.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Define the term 'energy transfer' in the context of climate.
Back
Energy transfer refers to the movement of energy from one place to another, such as from the ocean to the atmosphere.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
NGSS.MS-PS3-4
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the role of ocean currents in climate?
Back
Ocean currents help regulate climate by distributing heat around the planet.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
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