Land Breeze and Sea Breeze

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What is a land breeze?

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A land breeze is a wind that blows from the land to the ocean, typically occurring at night when the land cools faster than the water.

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What is a sea breeze?

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A sea breeze is a wind that blows from the ocean to the land, usually occurring during the day when the land heats up faster than the water.

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What causes winds?

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Winds are caused by the uneven heating of Earth's surface, which creates differences in air pressure.

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When do land breezes typically occur?

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Land breezes typically occur at night.

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When do sea breezes typically occur?

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Sea breezes typically occur during the day.

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What happens to the air temperature over land during the day?

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The air temperature over land becomes warmer than the air over the ocean.

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What happens to the air temperature over land during the night?

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The air temperature over land becomes cooler than the air over the ocean.

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What direction does a land breeze blow?

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A land breeze blows from the land towards the ocean.

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What direction does a sea breeze blow?

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A sea breeze blows from the ocean towards the land.

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What is the effect of a sea breeze on coastal temperatures?

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A sea breeze can help cool down coastal temperatures during hot days.