Weather NC Review 5th Grade

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What do stratus clouds look like?

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Stratus clouds look like a blanket and usually bring rain or precipitation.

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What is a land breeze?

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A land breeze is when warm air from the sea rises and cool air from the land blows to the sea, typically happening at night.

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What type of pressure system is associated with hurricanes?

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Hurricanes are associated with low pressure systems.

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Which ocean provides warmth to the coast of the US and North Carolina?

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The Atlantic Ocean provides warmth to the coast of the US and North Carolina, creating milder winters.

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What type of energy does the Sun provide to the atmosphere and oceans?

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The Sun provides heat energy to the atmosphere and oceans.

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What is the role of the Sun's energy in weather patterns?

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The Sun's energy circulates heat around the world, influencing weather patterns.

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What are cumulus clouds?

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Cumulus clouds are fluffy, white clouds that often indicate fair weather.

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What is a sea breeze?

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A sea breeze is when cool air from the sea blows towards the land, usually occurring during the day.

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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.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water that falls from clouds to the Earth's surface, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail.