NC Weather EOG practice

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What is transpiration?

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Transpiration is the process by which green plants release water vapor from their leaves into the atmosphere.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-6

NGSS.MS-LS2-3

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Why do winds at the beach change direction between day and night?

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Winds at the beach change direction because the temperatures over land and over water change.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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What has the greatest effect on the movement of the jet stream?

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Differences in air temperatures have the greatest effect on the movement of the jet stream.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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How are evaporation and condensation similar?

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Both evaporation and condensation are caused by changes in heat energy.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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What causes water drops on a window to disappear during the day?

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Energy from the sun causes the water to evaporate.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process by which liquid water turns into water vapor due to heat.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process by which water vapor cools and turns back into liquid water.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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What role does the sun play in the water cycle?

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The sun provides energy that drives evaporation, causing water to change from liquid to vapor.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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What is the water cycle?

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

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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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 patterns of temperature and precipitation.