Global Winds

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What are global winds?

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Global winds are winds that blow consistently in a specific direction over long distances, influenced by the Earth's rotation and temperature differences.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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In which direction do prevailing westerlies flow?

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Prevailing westerlies flow from west to east.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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What type of winds blow constantly and predictably?

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Global winds blow constantly and predictably.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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Which global winds have the greatest impact on the weather in the US?

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The prevailing westerlies have the greatest impact on the weather in the US.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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What are trade winds?

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Trade winds are tropical winds that blow from 0 to 30 degrees latitude, moving from east to west.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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What is conduction?

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Conduction is the transfer of heat by direct contact, where warm air rises above cold air.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-3

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What are the doldrums?

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The doldrums are areas near the equator where there is little to no wind, often causing calm weather.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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What are polar easterlies?

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Polar easterlies are cold winds that blow from the polar regions towards the mid-latitudes, generally from east to west.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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What is convection?

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Convection is the transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (liquids or gases), where warmer areas rise and cooler areas sink.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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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, caused by the rotation of the Earth.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6