Review Test 1_Hydrosphere&Atmosphere

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What is specific heat capacity?

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Specific heat capacity is the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of a unit mass of a substance by one degree Celsius. It is a measure of a substance's ability to absorb and store heat.

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How does the specific heat capacity of water influence coastal climates?

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The specific heat capacity of water stabilizes temperatures, resulting in milder climates compared to inland areas.

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What are El Niño and La Niña?

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El Niño and La Niña are climate patterns in the Pacific Ocean that affect global weather. El Niño typically causes warmer ocean temperatures and increased rainfall in the eastern Pacific, while La Niña leads to cooler ocean temperatures and can cause droughts in the eastern Pacific.

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What is precipitation in the water cycle?

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Precipitation is the stage in the water cycle where water returns to the Earth's surface from the atmosphere in the form of rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

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What role does the North Atlantic play in the global conveyor belt?

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The North Atlantic is where warm water sinks and drives the deep ocean currents, playing a crucial role in thermohaline circulation.

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What is the carbon cycle?

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The carbon cycle is the process by which carbon is exchanged among the atmosphere, land, water, and living organisms, involving processes like photosynthesis and respiration.

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How do forests contribute to the carbon cycle?

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Forests act as carbon sinks by absorbing carbon dioxide during photosynthesis, helping to regulate atmospheric CO2 levels.

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What is evaporation in the water cycle?

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Evaporation is the process by which water changes from a liquid to a gas (water vapor) and enters the atmosphere.

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What is condensation in the water cycle?

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Condensation is the process by which water vapor cools and changes back into liquid water, forming clouds.

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What is thermohaline circulation?

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Thermohaline circulation is a global ocean circulation pattern driven by differences in water temperature and salinity, affecting climate and weather patterns.