Regional Climate

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air pressure

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The measure of the force with which air molecules push on a surface

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atmospheric movement

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The movement of the air of the atmosphere that works with ocean movement to cause weather changes

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climate

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The average weather conditions in an area over a long period of time

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cold front

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A front where cold air moves in under a warm air mass

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landforms

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The natural features of the Earth's surface

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latitude

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Distance north or south of the equator

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ocean currents

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A movement of ocean water that follows a regular pattern

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rain shadow effect

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Precipitation falls on the windward side of a mountain range, resulting in lush vegetation & a warm, moist climate on one side, but a desert area on the leeward side

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warm front

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A front where warm air moves over cold air

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weather

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The condition of Earth's atmosphere at a particular time and place.