Climate and Weather- flashcard

Front

What is the phase change from water vapor to liquid water called?

Back

Condensation

Front

How does temperature change with altitude? Fill in the blank: The higher the altitude, the ______ the temperature.

Back

colder

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Which country is in a TROPICAL climate zone?

Back

Colombia

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What characterizes the climate of the temperate zone?

Back

Different seasons (hot, cold, warm, cool)

Front

If the air is holding one-third as much moisture as it can possibly hold, what is the relative humidity?

Back

33%

Front

What is evaporation?

Back

The phase change from liquid water to water vapor.

Front

What is precipitation?

Back

Any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface.

Front

What is sublimation?

Back

The phase change from solid to gas without passing through the liquid state.

Front

What is the difference between weather and climate?

Back

Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to long-term average conditions.

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What are the main factors that influence climate?

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Latitude, altitude, proximity to water, ocean currents, and prevailing winds.