4.1 and 4.2 review

Front

What happens to air in a high pressure system?

Back

Air sinks and warms.

Front

Differentiate between an ocean current and a wind belt.

Back

The Gulf Stream is an ocean current and the jet stream is a wind belt.

Front

Define humidity.

Back

Humidity is the amount of water vapor in the air.

Front

How does water's ability to heat up and cool down slowly affect coastal temperatures?

Back

It causes coastal temperatures to be moderated or mild.

Front

What is temperature?

Back

Temperature is the measure of how hot or cold something is.

Front

What is the role of the Gulf Stream in climate?

Back

The Gulf Stream is a warm ocean current that influences climate by transporting warm water from the tropics to the North Atlantic.

Front

Explain the concept of air pressure.

Back

Air pressure is the force exerted by the weight of air above a given point.

Front

What is the relationship between temperature and humidity?

Back

Higher temperatures can increase the capacity of air to hold moisture, leading to higher humidity levels.

Front

How do ocean currents affect weather patterns?

Back

Ocean currents can influence temperature and precipitation patterns, affecting local and global weather.

Front

What is the significance of the jet stream?

Back

The jet stream is a fast-flowing air current in the atmosphere that influences weather patterns and systems.