Energy, Water, and Wind

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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, typically occurring at night when the land cools faster than the water.

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What is sleet?

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Sleet is a type of precipitation that occurs when snow melts and then refreezes before hitting the ground, resulting in small ice pellets.

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What air pressure measurement is associated with stormy weather?

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A low air pressure measurement, such as 950 mb, is typically associated with stormy weather.

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What are the Prevailing Westerlies?

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The Prevailing Westerlies are global winds that blow from west to east between 30 degrees and 60 degrees latitude in both hemispheres.

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How does humidity affect air density?

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Humid air is lighter than dry air because water vapor is less dense than the nitrogen and oxygen that make up most of the atmosphere.

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What is the difference between sleet and freezing rain?

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Sleet consists of ice pellets that form when snow melts and refreezes, while freezing rain is liquid rain that freezes upon contact with cold surfaces.

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What is the role of wind in weather patterns?

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Wind helps to distribute heat and moisture around the Earth, influencing weather patterns and climate.

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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 water.

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What happens to air pressure as altitude increases?

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As altitude increases, air pressure decreases because there is less air above pushing down.

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous process by which water evaporates, condenses, and precipitates back to the Earth.