Weather, ocean currents, convection quiz

Analyze the map.
Why is it warmer in Charleston than it is in San Diego even though they are the same distance from the Equator?

• San Diego is affected by the Gulf Stream
• Charleston is affected by the California current
• Charleston is affected by the Gulf Stream

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Which of the following describes what is happening in a low pressure system?

• cold air sinking
• cold air rising
• warm air rising

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Which of the following describes what is happening in a high pressure system?

• cold air sinking
• cold air rising
• warm air rising

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In a convection cell, what is created when air moves from high to low pressure?

• wind
• sunny skies
• warmer temperatures

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Where warm air rises the air is less dense and the pressure is ___________

• low
• high

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Analyze the diagram. What is the name of this phenomenon?

• convection cell
• radiation cell
• conduction cell

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Hot air rises because...

• it is less dense
• it is heavier
• it is more dense
• it contains Helium

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According to the map, which city is likely experiencing warmer weather?

• Seattle
• Chicago
• Boston
• San Diego

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Which type of weather is Dallas, Texas, likely experiencing?

• Thunderstorms
• Clear skies
• Cold temperatures
• Gentle precipitation for days

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When air pressure is high, what type of weather do we experience?

• sunny and clear
• rainy and cloudy

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