Chapter 2: Air Pressure & Winds Review

In which directions is air pressure exerted?

• Only upwards

• Only downwards

• In all directions

• Only sideways

Why is air pressure important in weather forecasting?

• It helps predict earthquakes

• It tells us about temperature changes

• It can indicate weather changes

• It measures humidity

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What unit do meteorologists typically use to record air pressure?

• Pascals (Pa)

• Millibars (mb)

• Atmospheres (atm)

• Torr

What is the standard air pressure at sea level in millibars?

• 1000.0 mb

• 1013.2 mb

• 1020.5 mb

• 990.0 mb

What tool is used to measure air pressure?

• Thermometer

• Anemometer

• Barometer

• Hygrometer

What happens to the mercury level in a barometer when air pressure increases?

• The mercury level drops

• The mercury level rises

• The mercury level stays the same

• The mercury level fluctuates

What is the ultimate cause of wind?

• The Moon

• The Sun

• The Stars

• The Ocean

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How is wind created?

• By vertical differences in air pressure

• By horizontal differences in air pressure

• By temperature differences in the ocean

• By the rotation of the Earth

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In which direction does air flow to create wind?

• From low to high air pressure

• From high to low air pressure

• From east to west

• From north to south

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What causes differences in wind speed?

• Temperature differences

• Pressure differences or the Pressure gradient

• Humidity levels

• Altitude changes

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