The Mechanics of Weather: Mastery Test

Why does a hurricane weaken when it moves toward land?

• There is no low-pressure area on land.

• It's not fed with moisture on land.

• There is no high-pressure area on land.

Andrew drew this diagram to show a certain type of weather front. Which type of front is it?

• cold

• occluded

• stationary

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Select the correct answer. The device shows the relative humidity at 58% and the temperature at 22 degrees Celsius. What's the water vapor density if the maximum water vapor in air at this temperature is 20 grams/cubic meter?

• B. 11.6 gm^3

• C. 12.76%

• D. 12.76 gm^3

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What type of cloud is associated with overcast days and rainstorms?

• A) Cumulus clouds

• B) Stratus clouds

• C) Cirrus clouds

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Identify the type of precipitation based on the atmospheric conditions described.

• A) rain

• B) freezing rain

• C) sleet

• D) snow

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