Air pressure and Wind
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Science
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4th - 8th Grade
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Hard
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What happens to air at the poles?
Back
Air at the poles is colder and denser, so it sinks.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
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2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does warm air do?
Back
Warm air rises.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why is air warmer and less dense at the equator?
Back
Because the equator receives more solar radiation.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What type of pressure system brings 'happy' weather?
Back
A high pressure system.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is always true about Continental Winds?
Back
They are always dry.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
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6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is air pressure?
Back
Air pressure is the force exerted by the weight of air above a surface.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
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7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How does temperature affect air density?
Back
Warm air is less dense than cold air.
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