Unit 4

4. Molten rock beneath the Earth's surface, which can erupt as lava during volcanic activity.
6. The process of clearing forests or trees, often for agriculture or urban development, with significant environmental consequences.
9. The second layer of Earth's atmosphere, containing the ozone layer that protects us from harmful UV radiation.
10. A dry area on the leeward side of a mountain range, resulting from the blocking of moisture-laden air by the mountains.
11. A weather system associated with cloudy skies, rising air, and often bringing stormy weather.

1. Circular movements of air or water driven by temperature differences, contributing to the movement of tectonic plates and weather patterns.
2. Areas where tectonic plates meet, leading to earthquakes and volcanic activity.
3. The warmest season of the year, characterized by longer days and higher temperatures.
5. The coldest season of the year, characterized by shorter days and lower temperatures.
7. A climate phenomenon characterized by the warming of ocean waters in the Pacific, affecting global weather patterns.
8. A weather system associated with clear skies, sinking air, and stable conditions.