The Sun
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Which one of these is true about the water cycle?

  • Evaporation occurs from the water, plants, and sand (correct)
  • Evaporation only happens from the plants
  • Evaporation only happens from the sand
  • Evaporation only happens from the water
  • Which one of these best describes the formation of tornadoes?

  • Tornadoes form on land (correct)
  • Tornadoes form from cold air sinking
  • Tornadoes form over large bodies of warm water
  • Tornadoes form from warm air rising
  • Which one of these is true about climate?

  • Climate refers to the current weather conditions
  • Climate refers to the weather conditions of a small area
  • Climate refers to the condition of a region over time (correct)
  • Climate refers to the condition of a region at a particular time
  • Which one of these is true about the impact of the sun on Earth's weather?

    <p>The sun is vital to life on Earth and fuels the water cycle and weather</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which one of these is true about sand and ocean water?

    <p>Sand is much hotter than ocean water because it takes more energy to heat the ocean than sand to the same temperature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of heat transfer occurs when objects must touch the heat source?

    <p>Conduction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What causes wind?

    <p>Uneven heating of the earth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does radiation from the sun affect weather conditions?

    <p>It causes temperature change</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the red and blue circles represent?

    <p>Warm air rising and cool air falling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Weather and Climate

    • The water cycle involves the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth.

    Tornado Formation

    • Tornadoes form when a combination of atmospheric conditions come together, including warm, moist air near the surface, cooler air above, and wind shear.

    Climate

    • Climate refers to the long-term average atmospheric conditions in a particular region.

    Sun's Impact on Earth's Weather

    • The sun's energy heats the Earth's surface, atmosphere, and oceans, influencing weather patterns and conditions.

    Sand and Ocean Water

    • Sand and ocean water interact through processes such as coastal erosion and deposition.

    Heat Transfer

    • Conduction is the type of heat transfer that occurs when objects must touch the heat source.

    Wind

    • Wind is caused by the uneven heating of the Earth's surface by the sun, resulting in differences in air pressure.

    Radiation and Weather

    • Radiation from the sun affects weather conditions by heating the Earth's surface, atmosphere, and oceans, influencing temperature and atmospheric circulation patterns.

    Red and Blue Circles

    • The red and blue circles likely represent high and low-pressure systems, respectively, which are key factors in shaping weather patterns.

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