Hydrosphere and Atmopshere

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What is the Coriolis effect?
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The Coriolis effect describes the changes in air motion resulting from Earth's rotation, causing moving air and water to turn and twist rather than move in a straight line.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How does the ocean's ability to hold heat compare to the atmosphere?
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The ocean can hold heat more efficiently than the air, which affects climate and weather patterns.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What impact does a warm ocean current have on the climate of a northern coastline?
Back
A warm ocean current can make the climate warmer than normal for that latitude.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Which gases are the top contributors to global warming?
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The top contributors to global warming are Carbon dioxide (CO₂), Methane (CH₄), and Nitrous oxide (N₂O).
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Why is water considered a polar molecule?
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Water is a polar molecule because the oxygen atom attracts electrons more strongly than the hydrogen atoms, leading to an uneven distribution of charge.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are jet streams?
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Jet streams are fast flowing, narrow air currents found in the atmosphere that influence weather patterns.
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Define trade winds.
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Trade winds are steady winds that flow from east to west in the tropics, playing a crucial role in ocean currents and climate.
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