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What is the main cause of global convection currents in the atmosphere?
What is the main cause of global convection currents in the atmosphere?
- Convection cells
- Uneven heating of Earth's landmasses and oceans (correct)
- The rotation of the Earth
- Condensation of water
Which term describes the large circular convection cells in the atmosphere that include Hadley Cells, Ferrel Cells, and Polar Cells?
Which term describes the large circular convection cells in the atmosphere that include Hadley Cells, Ferrel Cells, and Polar Cells?
- Monsoons
- Global air circulation (correct)
- Trade winds
- Wind gusts
How does the condensation of water contribute to driving convection currents?
How does the condensation of water contribute to driving convection currents?
- It releases heat (correct)
- It cools the atmosphere
- It causes hurricanes
- It creates clouds
What can cause local variations in convection currents, such as sea breezes and winds off the great lakes?
What can cause local variations in convection currents, such as sea breezes and winds off the great lakes?
In the context of convection currents, what role do Hadley Cells, Ferrel Cells, and Polar Cells play?
In the context of convection currents, what role do Hadley Cells, Ferrel Cells, and Polar Cells play?
How do local variations like sea breezes relate to the overall concept of convection currents?
How do local variations like sea breezes relate to the overall concept of convection currents?
What effect does uneven heating of Earth's landmasses and oceans have on air masses?
What effect does uneven heating of Earth's landmasses and oceans have on air masses?
How does water contribute to the formation of convection currents in the atmosphere?
How does water contribute to the formation of convection currents in the atmosphere?
What is one significance of local topography in relation to convection currents?
What is one significance of local topography in relation to convection currents?
What is one role played by local variations like winds off the great lakes in the context of convection currents?
What is one role played by local variations like winds off the great lakes in the context of convection currents?
What is the role of uneven heating of Earth's landmasses and oceans in the formation of convection currents?
What is the role of uneven heating of Earth's landmasses and oceans in the formation of convection currents?
How does water contribute to the driving of convection currents in the atmosphere?
How does water contribute to the driving of convection currents in the atmosphere?
What is the effect of the condensation of water on convection currents in the atmosphere?
What is the effect of the condensation of water on convection currents in the atmosphere?
How do local variations like sea breezes impact the formation of convection currents?
How do local variations like sea breezes impact the formation of convection currents?
In what way does local topography influence the development of convection currents?
In what way does local topography influence the development of convection currents?
What is one impact of the Hadley Cells, Ferrel Cells, and Polar Cells on global convection currents?
What is one impact of the Hadley Cells, Ferrel Cells, and Polar Cells on global convection currents?
How does air behave when heated according to the text?
How does air behave when heated according to the text?
What happens when air cools off according to the text?
What happens when air cools off according to the text?
What does the uneven heating of Earth's landmasses and oceans create according to the text?
What does the uneven heating of Earth's landmasses and oceans create according to the text?
What is the main reason for the formation of convection cells according to the text?
What is the main reason for the formation of convection cells according to the text?
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