*11/6 : Weather-Hurricanes-Convection

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What is the process called when warm water rises and cold water sinks?

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Convection

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In convection, what happens to warm air?

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It rises.

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Which city is located near a high pressure system in the context of weather patterns?

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Dallas

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In a convection demonstration, what does the candle represent?

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The sun’s heat.

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What direction is a warm front typically moving?

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Northwest.

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What is the definition of convection?

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Convection is the transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (liquids or gases).

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What role does the sun play in convection currents?

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The sun heats the surface of the Earth, causing warm air to rise and create convection currents.

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What is the relationship between temperature and air pressure in weather systems?

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Warm air is less dense and rises, leading to lower pressure, while cold air is denser and sinks, leading to higher pressure.

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How does convection contribute to the formation of hurricanes?

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Convection helps to organize and intensify thunderstorms, which can develop into hurricanes when conditions are favorable.

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What is the significance of the Coriolis effect in weather patterns?

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The Coriolis effect causes moving air and water to turn and twist, influencing wind and ocean current directions.