Unit 5 Weather 2024

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What causes global winds to move in a curved path?

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Earth's rotation on its axis.

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In which direction does wind blow?

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From high pressure to low pressure.

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What happens to cold air in relation to surrounding air?

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Cold air sinks because it is more dense than the surrounding air.

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What does E.F. stand for in the EF Scale used to measure tornadoes?

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Enhanced Fujita.

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How can you determine the direction of wind blowing?

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Wind blows from the area of high pressure to the area of low pressure.

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What is the Coriolis Effect?

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The Coriolis Effect is the deflection of moving objects caused by Earth's rotation.

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What are air masses?

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Air masses are large bodies of air that have uniform temperature and humidity.

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What is the difference between high pressure and low pressure systems?

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High pressure systems are associated with clear skies and calm weather, while low pressure systems often bring clouds and precipitation.

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What is the role of the sun in weather patterns?

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The sun heats the Earth's surface, causing air to warm and rise, which drives weather patterns.

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What is a tornado?

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A tornado is a rapidly rotating column of air that extends from a thunderstorm to the ground.