What is the Coriolis effect?
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The Coriolis effect is the deflection of moving objects, such as winds, caused by the rotation of the Earth. In the Northern Hemisphere, winds are deflected to the right, while in the Southern Hemisphere, they are deflected to the left.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What phase change occurs when water vapor turns into liquid water?
Back
Condensation is the phase change that occurs when water vapor cools and turns into liquid water, forming droplets.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How do greenhouse gases affect Earth's temperature?
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Greenhouse gases trap heat in the atmosphere, leading to an increase in Earth's temperature. This occurs because the amount of heat leaving the Earth (H_out) decreases.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What happens to energy during the melting of ice?
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During the melting of ice, energy is absorbed from the surrounding environment. The ice cube acts as a heat sink, absorbing heat, while the surrounding air acts as a heat source, releasing heat.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is surface tension in water?
Back
Surface tension is the property of water that allows it to resist external force due to the cohesive nature of its molecules. It enables small objects, like a paper clip, to float on its surface.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the definition of evaporation?
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Evaporation is the process by which liquid water turns into water vapor, usually occurring at the surface of the liquid.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the role of a heat sink?
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A heat sink is a substance or object that absorbs heat from another substance, helping to regulate temperature.
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