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Describe the weather conditions that Corsicana will probably have over the next 2 days.

Describe the weather conditions over the Great Lakes area, include air pressure and wind conditions.Describe the relationship between air temperature, air pressure, density, and convection currents.

The Sun heats the Earth's surface. The air that is near the surface begins to get warmer. As the air gets warmer, the air molecules move further away from each other.

ColdAir Molecules are close together. They are more dense and heavier.WarmAir Molecules are spread apart. They are less dense and light.

Densitydecreases as air risesWhat is the Gulf Stream? What are the effects of the Gulf Stream?

Label and Describe the Different types of Air MassesContinental PolarContinental TropicalMaritime PolarMaritime PolarMaritime TropicalMaritime TropicalWhat creates wind? Explain fully.

What is an El Nino? Describe world conditions during an El Nino.

What conditions favor the creation of a hurricane?

What conditions favor the sustainability of a hurricane?