Global Winds

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What are global winds?

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Global winds are large-scale wind patterns that occur in the Earth's atmosphere, driven by the uneven heating of the Earth's surface by the sun.

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What direction do weather patterns generally move in the United States?

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Weather patterns in the United States generally move from west to east.

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What are the prevailing westerlies?

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The prevailing westerlies are winds that blow from the west to the east in the mid-latitudes of the Earth, influencing weather patterns.

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What is the Jet Stream?

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The Jet Stream is a fast-flowing air current in the atmosphere that can influence weather patterns and the movement of air masses.

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How do trade winds affect weather?

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Trade winds are steady winds that blow from east to west in the tropics, affecting weather patterns in tropical regions.

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What role do polar easterlies play in weather?

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Polar easterlies are cold winds that blow from the polar regions towards the mid-latitudes, influencing weather in those areas.

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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 refers to long-term average weather patterns in a region.

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What causes wind?

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Wind is caused by the uneven heating of the Earth's surface, which creates differences in air pressure.

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What is an air mass?

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An air mass is a large body of air that has uniform temperature and humidity characteristics.

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How do ocean currents affect weather?

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Ocean currents can influence weather by transferring heat and moisture, affecting temperature and precipitation patterns.

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