Earth System: Lesson 4: Flashcardizz Review

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What are local winds?

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Local winds are the movement of air over short distances, blowing from any direction depending on the features of the area.

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What are global winds?

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Global winds are large-scale wind patterns that occur over long distances and are influenced by the Earth's rotation and temperature differences.

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What causes wind?

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Wind is caused by the uneven heating of the Earth's surface by the sun, leading to differences in air pressure.

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What is air pressure?

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Air pressure is the force exerted by the weight of air above a given point, affecting weather patterns and wind.

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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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What are trade winds?

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Trade winds are steady winds that blow from east to west in the tropics, important for navigation and climate.

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What are westerlies?

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Westerlies are winds that blow from west to east in the mid-latitudes, influencing weather patterns.

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What are polar easterlies?

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Polar easterlies are cold winds that blow from the east near the poles, affecting polar climates.

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What is a sea breeze?

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A sea breeze is a local wind that blows from the sea to the land, typically occurring during the day due to temperature differences.

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What is a land breeze?

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A land breeze is a local wind that blows from the land to the sea, usually occurring at night when the land cools faster than the sea.