What is El Nino?
Oceans, Atmosphere, and Climate Chapters 1 and 2

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El Nino is a climate pattern that describes the unusual warming of surface waters in the eastern tropical Pacific Ocean, which can lead to significant weather changes globally.
2.
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What are some effects of El Nino?
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Droughts, flooding, and crop failures are all effects of El Nino.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How do scientists study air and ocean temperature changes?
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Scientists study air and ocean temperature changes by traveling on planes and ships.
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Where is the warmest ocean surface temperature found?
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The warmest ocean surface temperature is found at the Equator.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What happens to energy transfer at Alesund compared to Khatyrka?
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At Alesund, energy is transferred from the ocean to the air, making it warmer than Khatyrka, where energy is transferred from the air to the ocean.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Can an effect have more than one cause?
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Yes, an effect may have multiple causes that can be linked in a chain of causes and effects.
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What is the role of ocean currents in climate?
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Ocean currents help regulate climate by distributing heat around the planet, influencing weather patterns.
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