Weather

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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the primary cause of humid conditions in South Carolina during summer?
Back
Evaporation from the surface of the ocean.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4
NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How does weather differ from climate?
Back
Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, such as temperature and precipitation, while climate refers to long-term average weather patterns.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What happens when a warm air mass passes over a cold air mass?
Back
As the warm air cools, clouds form and rain is likely to fall.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the main source of heat energy that causes water to evaporate from the ocean?
Back
The Sun.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What effect does moving over land have on a hurricane?
Back
It most likely causes the hurricane to decrease in strength.
Tags
NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Define 'evaporation' in the context of the water cycle.
Back
Evaporation is the process by which water changes from a liquid to a gas, primarily due to heat energy.
Tags
NGSS.MS-ESS2-4
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the role of the Sun in weather patterns?
Back
The Sun provides heat energy that drives evaporation, influences temperature, and affects wind patterns.
Tags
NGSS.MS-ESS2-4
NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
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