What causes differences in air pressure around the Earth?
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Warm air rises at the equator and cold air sinks at the poles.
2.
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What is the greenhouse effect?
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The greenhouse effect is the warming of the Earth's surface due to the trapping of heat by greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.
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What is an incorrect analogy about the greenhouse effect?
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The increase in greenhouse gas emissions is like placing an extra log on the fire to produce more heat.
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What creates convection currents in the atmosphere?
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Unequal heating of land and water by the sun’s rays creates convection currents.
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What is the relationship between convection currents and wind?
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Convection currents are responsible for the movement of wind on Earth.
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During the night, which direction does the wind blow when ocean air is warmer than land air?
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The wind will blow toward the water.
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What is conduction?
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Conduction is the transfer of thermal energy by direct contact.
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