Global Winds

Global Winds

Assessment

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Science

6th Grade

Hard

NGSS
MS-ESS2-6, MS-ESS2-5, MS-PS3-3

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are global winds?

Back

Global winds are winds that blow consistently in a specific direction over long distances, influenced by the Earth's rotation and temperature differences.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

In which direction do prevailing westerlies flow?

Back

Prevailing westerlies flow from west to east.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What type of winds blow constantly and predictably?

Back

Global winds blow constantly and predictably.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which global winds have the greatest impact on the weather in the US?

Back

The prevailing westerlies have the greatest impact on the weather in the US.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are trade winds?

Back

Trade winds are tropical winds that blow from 0 to 30 degrees latitude, moving from east to west.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is conduction?

Back

Conduction is the transfer of heat by direct contact, where warm air rises above cold air.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-3

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the doldrums?

Back

The doldrums are areas near the equator where there is little to no wind, often causing calm weather.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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