Weather/Atmosphere

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What is the Coriolis effect?

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The Coriolis effect is the curving of wind and ocean currents due to Earth's rotation.

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What causes wind?

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Wind is caused by differences in air pressure.

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What is a Cold Front?

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A Cold Front is a boundary where a cold air mass replaces a warm air mass.

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What is a Warm Front?

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A Warm Front is a boundary where a warm air mass replaces a cold air mass.

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What is an Occluded Front?

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An Occluded Front occurs when a cold front overtakes a warm front.

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What type of clouds form near the ground?

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Fog is a type of cloud that forms near the ground.

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What are Nimbostratus clouds?

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Nimbostratus clouds are thick, gray clouds that cover the sky and bring continuous rain.

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What is the role of Earth's rotation in weather patterns?

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Earth's rotation affects wind direction and ocean currents, contributing to weather patterns.

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What is atmospheric pressure?

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Atmospheric pressure is the force exerted by the weight of air above a given point.

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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 refers to long-term patterns.