
Global Winds and the Coriolis Effect
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is wind?
Back
Wind is the movement of air from high pressure areas to low pressure areas.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What causes wind?
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Wind is caused by unequal heating of the Earth's surface, leading to convection currents.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are convection currents?
Back
Convection currents are the circular movements of air or water caused by the heating and cooling of the fluid.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the Coriolis Effect?
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The Coriolis Effect is the apparent deflection of moving objects (like winds) caused by the rotation of the Earth.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How do global winds move?
Back
Global winds move in all directions due to the Coriolis Effect and the uneven heating of the Earth.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are the Prevailing Westerlies?
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The Prevailing Westerlies are winds that blow from the west to the east between 30 and 60 degrees latitude.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is high pressure?
Back
High pressure is an area where the air is denser and heavier, leading to calm and clear weather.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
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