Semester 1 Final ES chapter 7

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What is the reason the equator is warmer than the poles?

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The sun’s rays strike directly at the equator.

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Define weather.

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Weather is a set of physical conditions of the lower atmosphere, including temperature, precipitation, humidity, wind speed, cloud cover, and other facts, in a given area over a period of hours or days.

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Which tree species are typical in the temperate deciduous forest?

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Oak, hickory, maple, poplar, and birch.

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What is the definition of climate?

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Climate is the general pattern of atmospheric conditions in a given area over periods ranging from at least three decades to thousands of years.

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What type of forest is known for its year-round uniformly warm temperature?

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Tropical rainforest.

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What is the Coriolis effect?

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The Coriolis effect is the deflection of moving objects caused by the rotation of the Earth, affecting wind and ocean currents.

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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.

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What are the main components of weather?

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Temperature, precipitation, humidity, wind speed, and cloud cover.

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What type of forest is characterized by coniferous trees and cold temperatures?

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Boreal forest.

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What is a tropical rainforest?

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A tropical rainforest is a forest that is known for its high biodiversity and year-round warm temperatures.