Flashcard Review Ch 12 and 15

Front

Heated air moves which direction?

Back

up

Front

What causes the Coriolis effect?

Back

caused by Earth's rotation

Front

What is the water cycle?

Back

the movement of water on, above, or below the surface of the Earth

Front

The weight of the atmosphere is known as...?

Back

air pressure

Front

What is the source of all energy in our atmosphere?

Back

The Sun

Front

What is air pressure?

Back

The weight of the air above us pushing down on us.

Front

What happens to air when it is heated?

Back

It becomes less dense and rises.

Front

What is the role of the Sun in the water cycle?

Back

It provides energy for evaporation.

Front

What is evaporation?

Back

The process of water turning from liquid to gas.

Front

What is condensation?

Back

The process of water vapor cooling and turning back into liquid.