SC.6.E.7.5 Global Circulation of Solar Energy

Front

Which arrow points to a line of latitude? Options: arrow R, arrow S, arrow T, arrow W

Back

arrow R

Front

How does the sun's energy affect winds?

Back

The sun causes differential heating of the atmosphere, which leads to differences in air pressure that cause winds.

Front

In which climate zone is most of the United States located?

Back

temperate

Front

Which breezes form at night when land cools faster than water?

Back

land breeze

Front

What is the difference in average wind speed between week 3 and week 4?

Back

about 3.6 km/h

Front

What is true of sea breezes?

Back

They originate in the day and blow toward the land.

Front

What is the fundamental cause of air circulation in Earth’s atmosphere?

Back

temperature differences