Understanding Breezes and Weather Patterns

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A cool wind from the sea to the land during the day.

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Sea Breeze

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A cool wind from the land to the sea during the night.

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Land Breeze

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The force exerted by the weight of air above a surface.

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Air Pressure

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The long-term average of weather patterns in a region.

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Climate

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The short-term state of the atmosphere at a specific time and place.

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Weather

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The continuous movement of water on, above, and below the Earth's surface.

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Water Cycle

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Differential heating of land and sea during the day.

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Cause of Sea Breeze

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Differential cooling of land and sea during the night.

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Cause of Land Breeze

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Cooling effect on coastal areas during the day.

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Effect of Sea Breeze

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Warmer sea surface temperatures at night.

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Effect of Land Breeze