Topic 5&6 Energy in Earth's Atmosphere

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What is conduction?

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The transfer of thermal energy through a material by direct contact.

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What is convection?

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The transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (liquids and gases) due to differences in temperature.

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What is radiation?

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The transfer of energy through electromagnetic waves, which can occur in a vacuum.

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How does heat flow?

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Heat always flows from warm to cold.

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What is an electromagnetic wave?

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A form of energy that can move through the vacuum of space.

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What happens to global temperatures after a massive volcanic eruption?

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Global temperatures would decrease due to a decrease in atmospheric transparency.

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What is thermal energy?

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The total kinetic energy of particles in a substance, related to temperature.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The warming of Earth's surface due to the trapping of heat by greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.

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What are greenhouse gases?

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Gases in the atmosphere that trap heat, such as carbon dioxide, methane, and water vapor.

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What is the role of the sun in Earth's energy system?

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The sun is the primary source of energy for Earth's climate and weather systems.