Air Currents

Air Currents

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The amount of energy an area receives depends on

• Earth's atmosphere

• The seasons

• The Sun's Angle

• The Sun's distance from Earth.

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Which way does a land breeze blow?

• From the sea to the land

• From the land to the sea

• South to North

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Does a sea breeze occur during the day or at night?

• Day

• Night

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Which way does a sea breeze blow?

• From top to bottom

• From the land to the sea

• From the sea to the land

• All of the above.

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Which way do the prevailing westerlies flow?

• From west to east

• From east to west

• From north to south

• From south to north

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In the US, which way do jet streams flow?

• East to West

• North to South

• West to East

• South to North

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What causes the distinct pattern of wind called prevailing winds?

• Coriolis Effect

• Tornadoes

• Hurricanes

• Storm surges