Meteorology Quiz

What is the study of atmospheric phenomena called?

• Biology

• Geology

• Meteorology

• Astronomy

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Which of the following is studied in meteorology?

• Soil erosion

• Lightning

• Fossil formation

• Mineral deposits

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Why does the Sun feel hotter in the tropics?

• The Sun is closer to the Earth in the tropics.

• The Sun's rays strike the Earth more directly in the tropics.

• The tropics have less atmosphere to filter the Sun's rays.

• The Sun is larger in the tropics.

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How does the angle of the Sun's rays affect the energy received on Earth?

• A higher angle concentrates energy in a smaller area.

• A lower angle concentrates energy in a smaller area.

• A higher angle spreads energy over a larger area.

• A lower angle spreads energy over a larger area.

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What is a large parcel of air that takes on the characteristics of the area over which it is formed called?

• Cloud

• Air mass

• Wind

• Storm

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What characteristics does an air mass take on from its source region?

• Color and shape

• Temperature and humidity

• Speed and direction

• Pressure and altitude

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Where do maritime air masses originate?

• Over deserts

• Over mountains

• Over oceans

• Over forests

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What happens to an air mass when it travels over land or water with different characteristics?

• It remains unchanged

• It becomes colder

• It undergoes air mass modification

• It disappears

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What type of front is associated with the "cP" air mass?

• Polar Front

• Arctic Front

• Tropical Front

• Maritime Front

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Which air mass is hot and dry?

• mP

• cT

• cA

• mT