STAAR Review: Weather Patterns and Groundwater

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What causes wind to blow?

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Air moves from an area of high pressure to an area of low pressure.

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What type of weather is associated with high pressure areas?

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Dry and clear weather.

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What is necessary for a hurricane to form?

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Warm ocean water.

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What does a weather map showing clear skies indicate?

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An area of high pressure.

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What is a common source of water pollution in rivers?

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Industrial factories.

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What is the relationship between air pressure and weather patterns?

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High pressure generally leads to clear weather, while low pressure can lead to storms.

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How does temperature affect air pressure?

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Warm air rises, creating lower pressure; cold air sinks, creating higher pressure.

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What is groundwater?

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Water that is stored underground in soil and rock layers.

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How can groundwater become polluted?

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Through chemicals leaching from landfills, factories, or agricultural runoff.

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What is the water cycle?

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The continuous movement of water through evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.