Weather Review

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What causes wind?

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Wind is caused by the uneven heating of Earth's surface.

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What happens when water vapor condenses?

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When water vapor condenses, it forms beads of water on surfaces, like the outside of a cold glass.

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What do ocean currents carry that affects climate?

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Ocean currents carry heat, which significantly affects climate.

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What causes water vapor to condense into rain droplets?

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Water vapor condenses into rain droplets when warm air cools down in the atmosphere.

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What has the greatest effect on the movement of the jet stream?

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Differences in air temperatures have the greatest effect on the movement of the jet stream.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process where water vapor turns into liquid water.

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What is the role of sunlight in the water cycle?

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Sunlight warms the surface of oceans, causing evaporation, which is a key part of the water cycle.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process where liquid water turns into water vapor.

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How do ocean currents influence weather?

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Ocean currents influence weather by transporting heat across the globe, affecting temperature and precipitation patterns.

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous movement of water through evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.