Weather and climate pretest

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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are ocean currents?
Back
Ocean currents are large-scale movements of water within the world's oceans, driven by factors such as wind, temperature differences, and the Earth's rotation.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4
NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How do ocean currents affect climate?
Back
Ocean currents help regulate climate by distributing heat around the planet, influencing weather patterns and temperatures in coastal regions.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an air mass?
Back
An air mass is a large body of air that has uniform temperature and humidity characteristics, which can affect weather conditions when it moves.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What causes tropical cyclones?
Back
Tropical cyclones are caused by warm ocean waters, moist air, and low wind shear, which allow for the development of large, rotating storm systems.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the role of temperature differences in weather?
Back
Temperature differences between air masses can create pressure systems, leading to various weather phenomena, including storms and precipitation.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a low-pressure system?
Back
A low-pressure system is an area where the atmospheric pressure is lower than that of surrounding areas, often leading to cloudy and wet weather.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a high-pressure system?
Back
A high-pressure system is an area where the atmospheric pressure is higher than that of surrounding areas, typically associated with clear and fair weather.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
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