Chapter 15 moisture precipitation and clouds

Chapter 15 moisture precipitation and clouds

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11th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does it mean if the air is 'saturated'?

Back

The air is full of water.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the process of adiabatic cooling?

Back

An air mass cools as it expands.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the most common form of precipitation?

Back

Rain.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What weather variable can be determined using a psychrometer?

Back

Relative humidity.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which type of cloud is associated with heavy rains and thunderstorms?

Back

Cumulonimbus.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Define humidity.

Back

The amount of water vapor present in the air.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the difference between relative humidity and absolute humidity?

Back

Relative humidity is the percentage of moisture in the air compared to the maximum amount it can hold at a given temperature, while absolute humidity is the actual amount of water vapor in a given volume of air.

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