Climate and Heat Transfer Methods

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What is the main factor that influences the temperature of different areas on Earth?

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Latitude

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What is the method of heat transfer that occurs due to differences in density?

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Convection

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What is the method of heat transfer that occurs through direct contact?

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Conduction

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What is one action you can take to help decrease global warming?

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Turn off your lights when you’re not using them.

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What is the primary human activity that releases greenhouse gases?

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Burning fossil fuels.

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What is conduction?

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The transfer of heat through direct contact between materials.

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What is convection?

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The transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (liquids and gases) due to differences in density.

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What is radiation?

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The transfer of heat in the form of electromagnetic waves, such as sunlight.

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How does elevation affect temperature?

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Higher elevations generally have cooler temperatures due to thinner atmosphere.

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What role do ocean currents play in climate?

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Ocean currents help distribute heat around the planet, affecting climate patterns.