Weather

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What causes hot air to rise?

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Hot air rises because it is less dense.

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What is the term for the conditions of the atmosphere at a certain time and place?

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Weather.

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What process causes plate tectonics, wind, and ocean currents?

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Convection.

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What is the symbol for an Occluded Front?

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The symbol for an Occluded Front is a line with alternating semicircles and triangles on the same side.

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What type of weather is Dallas, Texas, likely experiencing if it has gentle precipitation for days?

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Gentle precipitation for days.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to long-term average conditions.

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What is convection?

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Convection is the transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (liquids and gases).

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What is a cold front?

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A cold front is the leading edge of a cooler mass of air, replacing a warmer mass.

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What is a warm front?

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A warm front is the leading edge of a warmer mass of air, replacing a cooler mass.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface.

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