Heat in the Atmosphere

What is the main cause of Earth's weather?

• The Moon's gravity

• The Sun's radiation

• Ocean currents

• Earth's rotation

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What type of energy does the Sun's radiation include?

• Only visible light

• Only infrared

• Visible light, UV, and infrared

• Only UV

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What is convection in the context of Earth's atmosphere?

• The reflection of sunlight

• The transfer of heat through a liquid or gas

• The absorption of solar radiation

• The cooling of Earth's surface

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What happens to air as it heats up near Earth's surface?

• It becomes denser and sinks

• It becomes less dense and rises

• It stays the same

• It cools down immediately

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What forms as a result of the cycle of warm air rising and cool air sinking?

• Tornadoes

• Convection currents

• Earthquakes

• Ocean tides

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