8.10A Practice

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What is convection?

Back

Convection is the transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (liquids or gases) caused by differences in temperature and density.

Front

What causes wind on Earth?

Back

Wind is caused by the uneven heating of the Earth's surface, which creates areas of high and low pressure.

Front

What happens to air pressure when warm air rises?

Back

When warm air rises, it creates low pressure at the surface of the land or sea.

Front

How does the rotation of Earth affect wind patterns?

Back

The rotation of Earth affects wind patterns by causing the air above it to rotate differently over land and water, influencing weather systems.

Front

What is a land breeze?

Back

A land breeze is a type of wind that occurs when the land cools more quickly than the water, causing cooler, denser air to move from the land to the sea.

Front

What is the relationship between air pressure and wind movement?

Back

Air moves from areas of high pressure to areas of low pressure, creating wind.

Front

What is the role of solar radiation in convection?

Back

Solar radiation heats the Earth's surface, causing warm air to rise and initiate convection currents.

Front

What is an example of heat transfer by convection?

Back

An example of heat transfer by convection is the movement of warm air rising and cool air sinking, which can be observed in wind patterns.

Front

What happens to air pressure during the evening when land cools?

Back

During the evening, as the land cools, the air above it becomes cooler and denser, leading to lower pressure compared to the warmer air over the water.

Front

What is the effect of vegetation on wind patterns?

Back

Growing more vegetation can help stabilize the soil and reduce wind speed, but it does not directly remove the source of energy that generates convection.