Local Winds Review

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What are westerlies?

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Winds that blow from 30° latitude to 60° latitude, typically from the west.

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When do sea breezes occur?

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During the day, when the land heats up faster than the water.

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What are easterlies?

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Winds that blow from the North and South poles toward 60° latitude.

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What happens to sand and water temperatures on a sunny beach day?

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The sand heats up quickly, but the water stays relatively cool.

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What causes winds to blow on Earth?

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Warm air rises and cool air falls toward Earth's surface.

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What are trade winds?

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Winds that blow from the equator toward 30° latitude, typically from the east.

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What is a sea breeze?

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A local wind that blows from the sea to the land, usually during the day.

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What is a land breeze?

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A local wind that blows from the land to the sea, usually at night.

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How does the Earth's rotation affect wind patterns?

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The rotation causes the Coriolis effect, which influences wind direction.

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What is the Coriolis effect?

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The apparent deflection of moving objects (like wind) due to Earth's rotation.