How Energy from the Sun Influences Earth

How Energy from the Sun Influences Earth

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Science

6th - 8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is convection?

Back

Convection is the process of heat transfer through the movement of fluids (liquids or gases). Warm air or liquid rises, while cooler air or liquid sinks, creating a circular motion.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does a hot air balloon rise?

Back

A hot air balloon rises because convection causes the warmer air inside the balloon to rise in the cooler atmosphere.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are convection currents?

Back

Convection currents are the circular motions of warm air rising and cool air sinking, which occur in fluids due to differences in temperature and density.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is radiation?

Back

Radiation is the transfer of energy through electromagnetic waves, such as sunlight traveling through space to reach Earth.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is conduction?

Back

Conduction is the transfer of thermal energy through direct contact between materials, where heat moves from the hotter object to the cooler one.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What happens to air temperature during the day?

Back

As the day progresses, energy from the sun warms the atmosphere, causing the temperature to rise.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the role of the sun in weather patterns?

Back

The sun's energy drives weather patterns by heating the Earth's surface, causing air movement and the formation of wind and clouds.

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