Atmospheric Dimensional Analysis

What is the primary purpose of dimensional analysis in atmospheric science?

• To convert units of measurement

• To predict weather patterns

• To analyze chemical reactions

• To study biological processes

Which of the following is a fundamental dimension used in atmospheric dimensional analysis?

• Time

• Temperature

• Pressure

• Density

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• Length

• Luminosity

• Latitude

• Longitude

Dimensional analysis can help in understanding the relationship between which of the following atmospheric variables?

• Pressure and volume

• Temperature and humidity

• Wind speed and direction

• All of the above

Which equation is dimensionally consistent in atmospheric science?

• @@P = ho RT@@

What is the dimension of pressure in terms of mass (M), length (L), and time (T)?

Which of the following is an example of a dimensionless quantity in atmospheric science?

• Reynolds number

• Temperature

• Pressure

• Velocity

How does dimensional analysis assist in the scaling of atmospheric models?

• By ensuring equations are dimensionally consistent

• By predicting future climate changes

• By measuring atmospheric pollutants

• By analyzing satellite data

Which of the following is a correct application of dimensional analysis in atmospheric experiments?

• Checking the consistency of units in equations

• Predicting the outcome of chemical reactions

• Determining the color of atmospheric gases

• Measuring the speed of light

What is the dimension of velocity in terms of length (L) and time (T)?