Questions and Answers
What causes differences in air pressure in Earth's atmosphere?
Unequal heating of land and water
Why does warm air rise higher into the atmosphere than cold air?
Cold air is denser than warm air
What is atmospheric pressure also known as?
Air density
Which direction does air move in relation to areas of high and low pressure in Earth's atmosphere?
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How does the density of warm air compare to the density of cold air?
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What creates a sea breeze?
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What is the cause of a land breeze at night?
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How are winds named?
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Which model for weather prediction assumes that tomorrow's weather will be similar to today's?
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How do meteorologists predict future weather?
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