8 Topic 5: Weather & Climate

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What heats the surface of Earth unevenly?

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The sun heats the surface of Earth unevenly due to its angle of incidence and the varying nature of Earth's surface.

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What type of weather is associated with low atmospheric pressure?

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Low atmospheric pressure is associated with cloudy weather and high winds.

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What is the symbol for a warm front?

Back

The symbol for a warm front is a line with semicircles (humps) facing in the direction of the front's movement.

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What type of front is represented by purple humps and triangles facing the same direction?

Back

An occluded front is represented by purple humps and triangles facing the same direction.

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What creates stronger wind speeds in a typhoon?

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Stronger wind speeds in a typhoon are created as ocean temperature increases, leading to an increase in air mass temperature and moisture.

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Define 'climate'.

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Climate refers to the long-term average of weather conditions in a particular area, typically measured over 30 years.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to long-term patterns and averages.

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What role does the hydrosphere play in weather?

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The hydrosphere, which includes all water on Earth, influences weather patterns through evaporation, precipitation, and temperature regulation.

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What is a cold front?

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A cold front is the leading edge of a cooler mass of air, which replaces a warmer mass of air.

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What is a stationary front?

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A stationary front occurs when two air masses meet but neither is strong enough to replace the other, leading to prolonged weather conditions.