8.10A The Sun's Energy

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What is the main source of energy that drives weather patterns on Earth?

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The Sun's energy.

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What process describes the transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (liquids and gases)?

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Convection.

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What is the effect of uneven heating of the Earth's surface?

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It causes wind and weather patterns.

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What happens to air when it is heated?

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It becomes less dense and rises.

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

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The Sun provides energy for evaporation.

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What is wind?

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Wind is the movement of air from high pressure to low pressure areas.

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How does the rotation of the Earth affect wind patterns?

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It causes the Coriolis effect, which influences wind direction.

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What is the Coriolis effect?

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The apparent deflection of moving objects caused by the rotation of the Earth.

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What are convection currents?

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They are circular patterns of movement in fluids caused by uneven heating.

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What is the relationship between temperature and air pressure?

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As temperature increases, air pressure decreases.