Water and Wind Flashcards

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What is the Water Cycle?

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The continuous cycle in which water goes from the ocean into the atmosphere and back.

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What is Transpiration?

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The process where plants release water through stomata.

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What is Precipitation?

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Any water that falls to Earth from clouds.

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What is Humidity?

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The amount of water vapor in the air.

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What is Dew Point?

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The temperature at which air or gas condenses.

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What are the main types of clouds based on height?

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Stratus, Cumulus, Cumulonimbus, and Cirrus.

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What is a Barometer?

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A device that measures air pressure.

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What is the Coriolis Effect?

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The effect of Earth’s rotation on wind

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What is a Circulation Cell?

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An area where wind patterns form a loop.

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