General Weather Theory

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What are characteristics of a moist unstable air mass?

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Turbulence and showery precipitation.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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During which part of the day are temperature inversions most likely to occur?

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Early morning.

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In the lapse rate, temperature decreases about ____°F for each 1,000 feet of altitude.

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3.5°F.

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Normally, as you go up (increase in altitude), the air temperature gets ____________ in the troposphere.

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cooler.

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A stable air mass is most likely to have which characteristic?

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Poor surface visibility.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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Define 'lapse rate' in meteorology.

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The rate at which temperature decreases with an increase in altitude.

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What is the difference between stable and unstable air masses?

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Stable air masses resist vertical motion, while unstable air masses promote vertical motion and turbulence.

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What weather conditions are typically associated with stable air?

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Clear skies and poor visibility.

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What is the significance of temperature inversions in weather patterns?

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Temperature inversions can trap pollutants and lead to fog and smog.

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How does altitude affect air pressure?

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Air pressure decreases with an increase in altitude.