Unit 2 Review

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What is the Coriolis effect?

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The Coriolis effect is the apparent deflection of moving objects (like air and water) caused by the rotation of the Earth. It causes winds and currents to turn and twist rather than move in a straight line.

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How do jet streams affect weather patterns in the United States?

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Jet streams are fast flowing air currents in the atmosphere that move from west to east. They influence weather patterns by guiding storm systems and affecting temperature.

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What is the Lake Effect?

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The Lake Effect is a weather phenomenon that occurs when cold air moves over a warmer body of water, causing increased precipitation (often snow) on the downwind shores.

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What is conduction?

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Conduction is the transfer of heat through direct contact of molecules or particles. It occurs when heat moves from a hotter object to a cooler one.

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What is continental deflection?

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Continental deflection refers to the change in direction of ocean currents as they encounter landmasses, affecting their flow patterns.

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What is convection?

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Convection is the transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (liquids or gases) caused by differences in temperature and density.

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What are global winds?

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Global winds are large-scale wind patterns that circulate around the Earth, driven by the uneven heating of the Earth's surface by the sun.

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What is a sea breeze?

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A sea breeze is a local wind that occurs during the day when cooler air from the sea moves inland to replace the rising warm air over the land.

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What is a land breeze?

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A land breeze is a local wind that occurs at night when cooler air from the land moves toward the sea, replacing the rising warm air over the water.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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