solar energy Flashcards
1
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solar energy
A
heat and light from the sun
2
Q
uneven heating
A
the result of different amounts of energy being transferred to near by surfaces
3
Q
energy transfer
A
the movement of energy from one place to another or from from to form
4
Q
convection current
A
a circular movement of air that causes uneven heating of air
5
Q
wind
A
air on motion
6
Q
atmosphere
A
the layer of gasses that surrounds a planet or star
7
Q
atmospheric pressure
A
the force exerted by the mass of air above it
8
Q
meteorologist
A
a scientist who studies the weather
9
Q
weather
A
the condition of the atmosphere around us
10
Q
weather forecast
A
a prediction of the future weather
11
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reflected
A
energy that bounces off an object and in a new direction
12
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intensity
A
great power or force
13
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elevation
A
the distance above sea level
