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Question 1

Wind and Coriolis effect

Answer 1

The Coriolis Effect contributes to the circular motion of the wind around pressure systems which move weather patterns. The Coriolis Effect does not impact the wind speed, only the wind direction.

Question 2

ocean currents

Answer 2

Ocean currents are the continuous, predictable, directional movement of seawater driven by gravity, wind (Coriolis Effect), and water density.

Question 3

Climate regions and biomes

Answer 3

Since climate determines the type of vegetation that grows in an area, vegetation is used as an indicator of climate type

Question 4

Atmosphere and greenhouse gases

Answer 4

The greenhouse effect works much the same way on Earth. Gases in the atmosphere, such as carbon dioxide, trap heat just like the glass roof of a greenhouse. These heat-trapping gases are called greenhouse gases.

Question 5

Describe how solar radiation is transferred on Earth

Answer 5

When the Sun’s energy moves through space, it reaches Earth’s atmosphere and finally the surface. This radiant solar energy warms the atmosphere and becomes heat energy. This heat energy is transferred throughout the planet’s systems in three ways: by radiation, conduction, and convection.