Chapter 5 Lesson 2

Front

What is the Coriolis Effect?

Back

The Coriolis Effect is the apparent deflection of moving objects due to the Earth's rotation.

Front

What type of weather system is preferred for a pleasant day at the beach?

Back

High-pressure system because it typically brings clear skies and calm weather.

Front

What kind of front is sweeping across Texas?

Back

Cold Front

Front

How does the Coriolis Effect influence weather patterns?

Back

The Coriolis Effect influences weather patterns by causing the deflection of winds, leading to the rotation of weather systems.

Front

What kind of weather front and air pressure system is approaching Montana (MT)?

Back

Stationary front with a low-pressure system.

Front

Weather conditions for most of Florida based on the weather map.

Back

Rain is expected because of the low pressure system and warm front approaching.

Front

How does a sea breeze differ from a land breeze?

Back

A sea breeze blows from the sea to the land during the day, while a land breeze blows from the land to the sea at night.

Front

Which type of front is depicted in this diagram? Warm front, Cold front, Stationary front, Occluded front

Back

Cold front

Front

How does the presence of a warm front affect the temperature and weather conditions in an area?

Back

It causes temperatures to rise and brings cloudy skies with possible rain.

Front

Which city is experiencing thunderstorms? Options: Denver, New York, Miami, Boise

Back

Miami