Fall Semester Review 2024

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What ocean surface temperature increases the likelihood of hurricane formation?

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Warmer ocean surface temperatures make hurricanes more likely to form.

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In convection, what happens to cool air?

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Cool air sinks.

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What is the symbol for a warm front?

Back

A warm front is represented by a line with semicircles.

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What happens when oxygen reacts with iron?

Back

Rust is formed, which is a new molecule, but the same elements (oxygen and iron) exist.

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What type of plate boundary occurs when two plates move away from each other?

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Divergent plate boundary.

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What is a hurricane?

Back

A hurricane is a large tropical storm system characterized by strong winds and heavy rain.

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What is convection?

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Convection is the transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (liquids or 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 an occluded front?

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An occluded front occurs when a cold front overtakes a warm front.

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What is the difference between a convergent and divergent plate boundary?

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Convergent boundaries occur when plates move towards each other, while divergent boundaries occur when plates move away from each other.