Weather

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What is convection current?

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Convection current is the movement of fluid (liquid or gas) caused by the difference in temperature and density, where warmer, less dense fluid rises and cooler, denser fluid sinks.

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How does the sun affect weather on Earth?

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The sun provides heat energy that warms the Earth's surface, influencing temperature, air pressure, and weather patterns.

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What type of weather is associated with high pressure systems?

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High pressure systems are generally associated with clear and calm weather.

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What is a cold front?

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A cold front is the leading edge of a cooler mass of air, which pushes under a warmer mass of air, often resulting in thunderstorms.

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What is a warm front?

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A warm front is the leading edge of a warmer mass of air that replaces a cooler mass of air, typically bringing gradual increases in temperature and precipitation.

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What is an occluded front?

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An occluded front occurs when a cold front overtakes a warm front, leading to complex weather patterns and often precipitation.

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What conditions are necessary for hurricane formation?

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Hurricanes require warm ocean water, moist air, and low wind shear to develop.

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What is the role of humidity in weather?

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Humidity is the amount of water vapor in the air, which affects temperature, precipitation, and overall weather conditions.

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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.

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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 is the long-term average of weather patterns in a specific area.