El Nino & La Nina
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Science
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11th - 12th Grade
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is El Nino?
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El Nino is a climate pattern characterized by the warming of ocean surface temperatures in the central and eastern Pacific Ocean, which can disrupt normal weather patterns globally.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is La Nina?
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La Nina is a climate pattern that represents the cooling of ocean surface temperatures in the central and eastern Pacific Ocean, often leading to opposite weather effects compared to El Nino.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How do El Nino and La Nina influence global weather?
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Both El Nino and La Nina significantly influence global weather patterns, affecting rainfall, temperature, and storm activity worldwide.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is upwelling?
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Upwelling is the process where cold, nutrient-rich water rises to the surface, often supporting marine life and fisheries.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is downwelling?
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Downwelling is the process where warm, less dense water sinks, which can lead to nutrient depletion in surface waters.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Why is upwelling important for marine ecosystems?
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Upwelling brings nutrients from the deep ocean to the surface, supporting phytoplankton growth, which is the base of the marine food chain.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What happens to fish populations during a strong El Nino?
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During a strong El Nino, upwelling is reduced, leading to a decline in nutrients and negatively impacting fish populations.
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