Earth's Interactive Systems

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What is a blizzard?

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A blizzard is a severe snowstorm characterized by strong sustained winds of 35 mph or more and lasting for a prolonged period of time, typically three hours or more.

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Where is most of the Earth's freshwater found?

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Most of the Earth's freshwater is trapped in glaciers and ice caps.

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What causes mountain building?

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Mountain building occurs as a result of Earth's tectonic plates moving in different directions, leading to the uplift of land.

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What happens to water when it evaporates from a puddle?

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When water evaporates from a puddle, it rises into the atmosphere as water vapor.

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What is the composition of Earth's outer core?

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Earth's outer core is made of liquid metal.

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous process by which water moves from the Earth's surface to the atmosphere and back, including processes like evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to the short-term atmospheric conditions in a specific place at a specific time, while climate refers to the long-term average of weather patterns in a region.

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What are tectonic plates?

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Tectonic plates are large sections of the Earth's lithosphere that move and interact with each other, causing geological activity such as earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from the Earth's surface by natural forces such as wind or water.

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What is a hurricane?

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A hurricane is a powerful tropical storm with strong winds and heavy rain, forming over warm ocean waters.