Sea Breeze Vs Land Breeze Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
What causes a sea breeze?
A
During the day, land heats faster than water. Warm air rises over land, cool air from sea moves in—creates sea breeze.
2
Q
When does a land breeze occur?
A
At night, land cools faster than water. Warm air rises over ocean, cooler air from land moves in—creates land breeze.
3
Q
Why do land and sea breezes occur?
A
Due to differences in specific heat capacity and the rate at which land and water heat and cool.
4
Q
How do sea and land breezes impact coastal climates?
A
They moderate temperatures and create regular air circulation patterns near shorelines.
5
Q
How is convection involved in sea/land breezes?
A
Warm air rises, creating low pressure; cooler, denser air moves in to replace it, forming a convection current.
