RMS Amplify Weather Patterns Review

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What is an air parcel?

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An air parcel is an amount of air that moves as a unit.

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What happens to an air parcel when it rises in the troposphere?

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It loses energy.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process of a gas (water vapor) changing to a liquid, creating a cloud.

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What causes the temperature difference between Miami, FL and Duluth, MN?

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More energy from the sun is transferred to the surface and then to the air above it in Miami.

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Which storm likely had more rainfall: Storm 1 or Storm 2?

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Storm 2, because wind pushed the warmer air parcel even higher and it lost more energy.

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What is the role of wind in weather patterns?

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Wind can push air parcels, affecting their energy and moisture content.

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What is the relationship between temperature and energy in air parcels?

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Higher temperatures generally indicate more energy in the air parcel.

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How does water vapor affect weather patterns?

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Water vapor can condense to form clouds and precipitation, influencing weather.

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What is the troposphere?

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The troposphere is the lowest layer of Earth's atmosphere where weather occurs.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process of a liquid turning into a gas, contributing to water vapor in the air.