Effects of Earth's Surface Heating

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What is the Coriolis effect?

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It's the deflection of wind due to Earth's rotation.

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How does the Earth's axial tilt affect solar energy distribution?

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It causes different angles of sunlight, creating seasons.

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Why do trade winds curve across Earth's surface?

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Because of Earth's rotation.

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What is one effect of unequal heating of the Earth's surface?

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It creates wind patterns.

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What are the main factors influencing climate?

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Temperature, precipitation, and wind patterns.

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Define 'temperature.'

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Temperature is a measure of how hot or cold something is.

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What is solar energy?

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Solar energy is energy from the sun that reaches the Earth.

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Explain the term 'climate zones.'

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Climate zones are regions of the Earth with distinct climates.

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What is the role of ocean currents in climate?

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Ocean currents help distribute heat around the planet.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The greenhouse effect is the warming of Earth due to trapped heat by gases in the atmosphere.