Weather and Climate

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What type of storm can produce tornadoes?

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Supercell storms are capable of producing tornadoes due to their strong updrafts and rotating nature.

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Which global winds are found at the poles?

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Polar Easterlies are the winds that occur at the poles, blowing from east to west.

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What is a hurricane?

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A hurricane is a large, organized storm system characterized by strong winds and heavy rain, forming over warm ocean waters.

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What weather system results in drier, fairer weather?

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High pressure systems are associated with clear skies and stable weather conditions.

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What is a land breeze?

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A land breeze is a local wind that blows from land to sea, typically occurring at night when land cools faster than water.

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What are the characteristics of a blizzard?

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A blizzard is characterized by heavy snowfall, strong winds, and low visibility, often leading to dangerous travel conditions.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate is the long-term average of weather patterns in a region.

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What causes the Coriolis effect?

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The Coriolis effect is caused by the rotation of the Earth, affecting the direction of winds and ocean currents.

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What is a cyclone?

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A cyclone is a large-scale air mass that rotates around a center of low atmospheric pressure, often bringing stormy weather.

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What are trade winds?

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Trade winds are steady winds that blow from east to west in the tropics, important for navigation and weather patterns.