Weather/Climate Flashcards
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6th Grade
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Zoe Stokes
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does the Coriolis effect impact?
Back
The directions of Earth’s winds.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the main cause of the Coriolis effect?
Back
The rotation of Earth.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is deflected to the left in the Southern Hemisphere due to the Coriolis effect?
Back
Winds.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Raquel thinks the current with the most energy is at area A. Is this accurate?
Back
Yes, because this current is closest to the equator and receives more energy from the sun.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the reason for a current near the equator to carry more energy?
Back
It receives more energy from the sun due to its proximity to the equator.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What type of current is labeled B on the map?
Back
Cold current
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What type of current is labeled C on the map?
Back
Warm current
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