Global Winds
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What are global winds?
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Global winds are large-scale wind patterns that occur in the Earth's atmosphere, driven by the uneven heating of the Earth by the sun.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What causes the direction of prevailing winds?
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The direction of prevailing winds is determined by the rotation of the Earth on its axis and the sun’s uneven heating of the Earth.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are the trade winds?
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The trade winds are steady winds that blow from east to west in the tropics, between the equator and 30 degrees latitude.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are the polar easterlies?
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The polar easterlies are cold winds that blow from the east near the poles, typically found between 60 degrees latitude and the poles.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are the prevailing westerlies?
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The prevailing westerlies are winds that blow from west to east in the mid-latitudes, between 30 and 60 degrees latitude.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How do global winds affect weather patterns?
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Global winds influence weather patterns by moving air masses and moisture across different regions, affecting temperature and precipitation.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the jet stream?
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The jet stream is a fast-flowing air current in the upper atmosphere that can influence weather patterns and the movement of air masses.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
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