Weather 5th grade

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What is the general temperature pattern along the Equator?

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Temperatures along the equator are consistently warm all year long.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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What type of weather is indicated by the presence of cirrus clouds?

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Fair weather.

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What type of weather is typically associated with a warm front?

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Cloudy skies and rainy weather.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What are the global winds that move from west to east?

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Prevailing westerlies and the jetstream.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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What happens to the air at the beach during the day?

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Winds blow from the ocean to the land.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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What is the effect of land heating faster than water during the day?

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It causes winds to blow from the ocean to the land.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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What is the typical weather pattern when a cold front moves in?

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It usually brings thunderstorms and a drop in temperature.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What is the role of the jetstream in weather patterns?

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The jetstream influences weather by affecting the movement of air masses.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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How do ocean currents affect coastal weather?

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Ocean currents can moderate temperatures and influence precipitation patterns.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to long-term patterns.