Energy: Atmosphere and Hydrosphere

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What is the Gulf Stream?

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The Gulf Stream is a surface current in the Atlantic Ocean that flows along the eastern coast of the United States and brings warm water to Europe.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process by which water turns from a liquid into a gas.

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What type of energy is the sun's light?

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The sun's light is a form of energy known as Electromagnetic Radiation.

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What are ocean currents?

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Ocean currents are movements of ocean water in a continuous flow.

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What creates convection currents?

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Convection currents are created by warm air rising and cold air sinking.

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process by which water vapor turns into liquid water.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

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What is the Coriolis Effect?

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The Coriolis Effect is the deflection of moving objects caused by the rotation of the Earth.

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth.