Weather Patterns and Atmospheric Phenomena Flashcard

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What impact do the westerlies have on the weather on the West Coast of the United States?

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The westerlies carry moisture over the west coast.

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What happens to the temperature of Boone from January 15 to the 17th?

Back

The temperatures drop below 20°F.

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Pattern of the jet stream as it flows across the globe?

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The jet stream flows in a wavy, curved pattern across the globe.

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When it is summer in the northern hemisphere, it is winter in the southern hemisphere. What explains this?

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The Earth's tilt causes different hemispheres to receive different amounts of sunlight.

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Which area receives the most direct sunlight? Options: 0° (Equator), 90°N, 60°N, 30°S

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0° (Equator)

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Which area receives the least amount of direct sunlight? Options: 90°N, 30°S, 0° (Equator), 30°N

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90°N

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What phenomenon is most likely responsible for the circulation of the ocean currents patterns?

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Coriolis Effect

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How does the jet stream help to predict weather patterns?

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The jet stream separates cold northern air from warm southern air.

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Which global wind is primarily responsible for controlling the weather of the United States? Options: Easterlies, Trade winds, Westerlies, Polar winds

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Westerlies

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How does the Gulf Stream affect the weather on the East Coast of the United States?

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It moves very warm air and water from the Gulf of Mexico.