Convection Currents

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What happens to warm air in convection?

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Warm air rises.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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What type of breeze occurs during the day?

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Sea Breeze.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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How does the density of warm air compare to cold air?

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Warm air is less dense than cold air.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What process is primarily responsible for heat transfer in the mantle?

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Convection.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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What is the method of heat transfer used in microwaving food?

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Radiation.

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NGSS.MS-PS4-2

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Define convection currents.

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Convection currents are the movement of fluid caused by differences in temperature and density.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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What is the role of density in convection?

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Density differences cause fluids to rise or sink, creating convection currents.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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What is a land breeze?

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A land breeze is a breeze that blows from land to sea, typically occurring at night.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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What is a sea breeze?

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A sea breeze is a breeze that blows from sea to land, typically occurring during the day.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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Explain how convection currents affect weather patterns.

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Convection currents can influence wind patterns, precipitation, and temperature distribution.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6