5.E.1.1 Weather Patterns

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What causes wind?

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Wind is produced by differences in air temperatures.

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What type of weather is most often produced by a low air pressure system?

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Rainy.

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What two factors are needed to measure wind?

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Direction and speed.

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What most affects the temperature of an area?

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Latitude.

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What causes winds at the beach during the day and night?

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Differences in the temperature of land and ocean.

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What is air pressure?

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The force exerted by the weight of air above a surface.

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How does humidity affect weather?

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Higher humidity can lead to cloud formation and precipitation.

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What is a high-pressure system?

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An area where the air pressure is higher than the surrounding areas, often bringing clear skies.

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What is a low-pressure system?

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An area where the air pressure is lower than the surrounding areas, often bringing clouds and precipitation.

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What is the water cycle?

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The continuous movement of water through evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.