Weather

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Coriolis Effect

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The phenomenon where the Earth's rotation causes global winds to curve.

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Humidity

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The amount of water vapor present in the air.

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Air Masses

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Large bodies of air that have uniform temperature and humidity characteristics.

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Front (in weather)

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A boundary where two different air masses meet.

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Air Mass Movement

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Air masses move from areas of high pressure to areas of low pressure.

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High Pressure System

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A weather system characterized by sinking air, leading to clear skies and calm weather.

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Low Pressure System

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A weather system characterized by rising air, often leading to clouds and precipitation.

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Temperature Inversion

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A weather phenomenon where a layer of warm air traps cooler air near the ground.

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Precipitation

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Any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface.

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Wind

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The movement of air from areas of high pressure to areas of low pressure.