Unit 5 Retake Test

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What is the main cause of global wind patterns?

Back

The tilt of Earth on its axis, causing uneven solar heating and the rotation of Earth.

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What does the Coriolis effect influence?

Back

The direction of wind and ocean currents due to Earth's rotation.

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What is the primary reason for seasonal changes in weather patterns?

Back

The tilt of Earth's axis.

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What process leads to the development of thunderstorms in ocean areas?

Back

Rising warm air creating low pressure cells.

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What is atmospheric convection?

Back

The constant movement of rising warm air and sinking cool air in Earth's atmosphere.

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What does atmospheric convection produce?

Back

Weather.

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What is the role of uneven solar heating in weather patterns?

Back

It causes differences in air pressure, leading to wind.

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How does the rotation of Earth affect weather?

Back

It causes the Coriolis effect, influencing wind direction.

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What is the significance of low pressure cells in weather?

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They are associated with stormy weather and precipitation.

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What is the difference between high pressure and low pressure systems?

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High pressure systems are associated with clear skies, while low pressure systems are associated with clouds and precipitation.