Influences of Weather and Climate review

Front

The higher the latitude, the __________ the climate; the lower the latitude, the __________ the climate.

Back

colder, hotter

Front

What is the mixture of gases that surrounds Earth?

Back

atmosphere

Front

What term describes the prevailing weather patterns of a region?

Back

climate

Front

As the air __________, it becomes more dense and __________ to Earth’s surface.

Back

cools, falls

Front

What is the distance from sea level called?

Back

altitude

Front

What is the term for the long-term average of weather conditions in a specific area?

Back

climate

Front

What is the effect of altitude on temperature?

Back

As altitude increases, temperature generally decreases.

Front

What is the term for the daily state of the atmosphere at a particular place and time?

Back

weather

Front

What is the primary source of energy for Earth's weather systems?

Back

the Sun

Front

What is the term for the movement of air from high pressure to low pressure?

Back

wind