Understanding Weather and Climate

What is the primary factor that causes the climate to remain warm year-round near the equator?

• The presence of large bodies of water

• Constant solar radiation

• High elevation

• Ocean currents

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Which of the following best describes a "watch" in meteorological terms?

• A prediction of weather conditions for the next 48 hours

• A warning of severe weather expected within 24 hours

• An alert when conditions are right for severe weather

• A long-term climate forecast

How do ocean currents influence the climate of a region?

• By increasing the elevation of the land

• By bringing either cool or warm waters to an area

• By changing the latitude of the region

• By altering the topography of the land

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Explain how elevation affects the climate of a region.

• Higher elevation results in warmer temperatures due to proximity to the sun.

• Higher elevation results in cooler temperatures due to being further up in the atmosphere.

• Higher elevation results in more precipitation due to increased air pressure.

• Higher elevation results in less wind due to the lack of air movement.

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What is the difference between a daily forecast and an extended forecast?

• Daily forecasts predict up to 48 hours ahead, while extended forecasts are 3-5 days ahead.

• Daily forecasts predict up to 24 hours ahead, while extended forecasts are 7+ days ahead.

• Daily forecasts predict up to 72 hours ahead, while extended forecasts are 5-10 days ahead.

• Daily forecasts predict up to 12 hours ahead, while extended forecasts are 2-4 days ahead.

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Identify the role of latitude in determining the climate of an area.

• Latitude affects the amount of precipitation an area receives.

• Latitude determines the type of vegetation in an area.

• Latitude influences the amount of solar radiation received, affecting temperature.

• Latitude controls the wind patterns in an area.

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What is a rain shadow, and how does it form?

• A rain shadow is a dry area on the leeward side of a mountain, formed when an air mass loses moisture as it rises over the mountain.

• A rain shadow is a wet area on the windward side of a mountain, formed when an air mass gains moisture as it descends.

• A rain shadow is a dry area on the windward side of a mountain, formed when an air mass loses moisture as it descends.

• A rain shadow is a wet area on the leeward side of a mountain, formed when an air mass gains moisture as it rises.

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Which of the following is a characteristic of the El Nino Southern Oscillation?

• It causes increased snowfall in the Arctic regions.

• It leads to typhoons, cyclones, and flooding in the Pacific.

• It results in decreased hurricane activity on the East Coast.

• It stabilizes global wind patterns.

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