Convection Currents
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1.
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What are convection currents?
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Convection currents are the movement of fluid caused by the transfer of thermal energy, where warmer, less dense fluid rises and cooler, denser fluid sinks.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What type of energy transfers in convection currents?
Back
Thermal/heat energy.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What heats the air directly above the Earth?
Back
Conduction heats the air directly above the Earth.
4.
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What creates wind?
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Wind is created when cool air moves in to replace warm air.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How are ocean currents formed?
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Ocean currents are formed by less dense warmer water rising and more dense cold water sinking.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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From where do winds flow?
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Winds flow from high pressure to low pressure.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is conduction?
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Conduction is the transfer of heat through direct contact between materials.
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