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Elevate Science T4L1 - Climate

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    Climate Trivia
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  • How many different climates are found on the Big Island of Hawaii?
    Ten different climates
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  • What happens to the weather as you move higher on a mountain?
    It becomes drier and cooler
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  • How high is the visitor center on Mauna Kea?
    About 2800 meters above sea level
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  • What is the weather like at the top of Mauna Kea?
    Cold and very dry
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  • Can scientists predict the exact weather next month?
    No, they can only make guesses
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  • What do scientists use to study long-term weather patterns?
    Data and observed patterns
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  • How is a region’s long-term weather pattern described?
    By average temperature and rainfall
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  • Do all parts of Earth have the same long-term weather patterns?
    No, they are different.
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  • What type of regions are very cold and dry?
    Polar regions
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  • What constantly sends energy to Earth?
    The sun
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  • What does the sun’s energy heat on Earth?
    water, air, and land
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  • Do all places receive the same amount of the sun’s energy?
    No
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  • Which areas receive the most solar energy?
    Areas near the middle of Earth
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  • Which areas receive the least solar energy?
    Areas near the Poles
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  • What percentage of Earth is covered by ocean water?
    About 70 percent
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  • Why do areas near oceans usually get more rain?
    Because water evaporates and moves over land
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