Mod 3: Weather, Climate, & Currents

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What is radiation in the context of weather and climate?

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Radiation is the process by which solar energy warms the surface of the Earth.

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Which part of a mountain typically receives the most precipitation when wind moves over it?

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The windward side of the mountain, often referred to as 'S' in diagrams, receives the most precipitation.

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How do jet streams affect weather patterns?

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Jet streams can cause temperatures to change and influence precipitation patterns.

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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.

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What drives the formation of land breezes and sea breezes?

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The heating and cooling of water and land are the major driving forces behind land and sea breezes.

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What is convection in the context of weather?

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Convection is the process of heat transfer through the movement of fluids, such as air or water, which can influence weather patterns.

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What is the role of the sun in weather and climate?

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The sun provides the energy that drives weather systems and influences climate by warming the Earth's surface.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth, including processes like evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

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What are global wind belts?

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Global wind belts are large-scale wind patterns that circulate around the Earth, influencing weather and climate in different regions.