Convection currents and sea breezes in 3D

Pick heating water, a sea breeze or a land breeze.

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Why does hot water rise?

It expands, so it becomes less dense than the cooler water around it.

Why is there a sea breeze by day?

The land heats faster; warm air rises over it and cooler air flows in from the sea.

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