Global Winds / Coriolis Effect
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the Coriolis Effect?
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The Coriolis Effect is the apparent deflection of moving objects (like air and water) to the right in the Northern Hemisphere and to the left in the Southern Hemisphere due to the rotation of the Earth.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What causes global winds?
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Global winds are caused by the uneven heating of the Earth's surface by the sun, which creates areas of high and low pressure.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Define Trade Winds.
Back
Trade Winds are steady winds that blow from east to west between 30 degrees latitude and the equator.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are the Polar Easterlies?
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Polar Easterlies are cold winds that blow from the east near the poles, typically found between 60 degrees latitude and the poles.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a low-pressure area?
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A low-pressure area is a region where the atmospheric pressure is lower than that of surrounding areas, often leading to cloud formation and precipitation.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How does the sun influence the water cycle?
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The sun provides the energy needed for evaporation, which is the first step in the water cycle.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What happens to air in a high-pressure area?
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In a high-pressure area, air tends to sink and spread out, leading to clear skies and stable weather.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
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