How does a northeaster form and what types of weather does it typically bring to the East Coast?

What will be an ideal response?


Answer: When midlatitude cyclones (rotating counterclockwise) pass over a region, the rotating air sweeps around the low-pressure system and approaches the coast from the northeast. The resultant winds are the famous northeasters (or nor'easters) that can bring cold winds and heavy snowfall.

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Ions are atoms or groups of atoms that have

a. Gained or lost an electron b. Gained or lost a proton c. Gained or lost a neutron d. Gained or lost either an electron or a proton e. different numbers of protons and neutrons in the same atom

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What is the flash point of diesel fuel?

a. 320°F (160°C) b. 120°F (49°C) c. 485°F (252°C) d. 200°F (93°C)

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Semi-permanent pressure cells:

A) have no impact on major weather patterns. B) can change substantially from summer to winter. C) stay in one place. D) maintain the same intensity year-round.

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