Predicting Weather Review

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What is the main way oceans contribute to weather systems?

Back

Oceans store and transport the Sun's heat energy.

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What is the primary source influencing global climate?

Back

Solar energy.

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What percentage of Earth's surface is covered by oceans?

Back

70%.

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What type of weather does an air mass from the North Pacific Ocean bring to the Pacific coast?

Back

Wet and Cold.

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What happens to air pressure as you go up through the atmosphere?

Back

Air pressure decreases because there are fewer molecules.

Front

Define 'air mass'.

Back

A large body of air that has uniform temperature and humidity.

Front

What is the role of solar energy in weather patterns?

Back

Solar energy drives the Earth's weather by heating the atmosphere and oceans.

Front

Explain how ocean currents affect climate.

Back

Ocean currents transport warm and cold water around the globe, influencing climate in coastal regions.

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What is the water cycle?

Back

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

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Define 'humidity'.

Back

The amount of water vapor present in the air.