Unit 5 Test review

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What is a sea breeze?

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A sea breeze is a wind that blows from the sea to the land, typically occurring during the day when the land heats up faster than the sea, creating low pressure over the land.

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What is a land breeze?

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A land breeze is a wind that blows from the land to the sea, usually occurring at night when the land cools down faster than the sea, creating high pressure over the land.

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What is a jet stream?

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A jet stream is a fast-flowing air current found high in the troposphere, typically at altitudes of 6 to 12 kilometers, influencing weather patterns.

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What does 'H' indicate on a weather map?

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The letter 'H' on a weather map indicates high air pressure.

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What does 'L' indicate on a weather map?

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The letter 'L' on a weather map indicates low air pressure.

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Where do hurricanes that affect North America typically originate?

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Hurricanes that affect North America typically originate from the Atlantic Ocean, off the coast of Africa.

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What is the significance of air pressure in weather forecasting?

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Air pressure is crucial in weather forecasting as it helps determine weather patterns; high pressure usually indicates clear skies, while low pressure can indicate storms.

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What is the relationship between temperature and air pressure?

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Generally, as temperature increases, air pressure decreases because warm air is less dense than cold air.

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What is the Coriolis effect?

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The Coriolis effect is the deflection of moving objects, such as winds, due to the rotation of the Earth, causing winds to curve rather than move in a straight line.

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What are the main components of a hurricane?

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The main components of a hurricane include the eye, eyewall, and rainbands.