Weather Patterns Amplify - Chapter 1 and 2

Front

What happens when more energy is transferred out of an air parcel?

Back

More condensation occurs.

Front

When water vapor in an air parcel cools and condenses, where does the energy transfer?

Back

Out of the air parcel.

Front

Energy is transferred from a _____ air parcel to the _____ surrounding air.

Back

Warm, cold.

Front

What is the process called when water changes from a liquid to gas?

Back

Evaporation.

Front

What is the layer of the atmosphere that is closest to the Earth and contains all weather?

Back

Troposphere.

Front

What is condensation?

Back

The process where water vapor cools and changes into liquid water.

Front

What is evaporation?

Back

The process where liquid water changes into water vapor.

Front

What is the role of the troposphere in weather patterns?

Back

It is the layer where all weather occurs.

Front

How does temperature affect the capacity of air to hold water vapor?

Back

Warmer air can hold more water vapor than cooler air.

Front

What is the water cycle?

Back

The continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth.