Weather and Climate

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How would the air feel in Ocala, Florida with 80% humidity?

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warm and wet

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Ling heard on the news that a high-pressure system is moving into her area. What weather conditions should she expect? Options: clear skies, fog, thunder clouds, sleet.

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clear skies

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What is the main reason for the difference in precipitation between Ohio and Pennsylvania? Options: air pressure, humidity, temperature, wind speed.

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temperature

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When Brian left for school in the morning, weather conditions were cool and humid and it was difficult for him to see very far. What is he most likely observing? Options:

fog

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snow

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rain

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sleet

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fog

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Climate zone of a treeless area with less than 10 inches of precipitation annually and frozen soil below the surface.

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polar

Front

What is the relationship between temperature and latitude?

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Temperature decreases as latitude increases.

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What is the most likely reason for the difference in the average January temperatures of Coos Bay, Oregon (11.7ºC) and Boise, Idaho (2.7ºC)? Options: Coos Bay is near the Pacific Ocean, Coos Bay gets more precipitation, Boise is closer to the equator, Boise is at a lower elevation.

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Coos Bay is near the Pacific Ocean

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Deserts and rainforests both have high temperatures during the day. What is the MAIN difference between the two environments?

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Amount of precipitation

Front

Which type of cloud is most likely to produce hail? Options:

altostratus

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cirrostratus

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cumulonimbus

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stratus

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cumulonimbus

Front

Which condition do dragonflies prefer based on Jacques' observation?

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humid