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What is Convection?

Convection is the vertical movement of air caused by temperature differences, where warm air rises and cool air sinks. It is a key process in cloud formation and weather dynamics.

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A deviation from the normal or expected value in atmospheric or climatic conditions, often used in meteorology to identify...

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Convection is the vertical movement of air caused by temperature differences, where warm air rises and cool air sinks. It...