Weather and Climate Unit 3 Review

Which of the following is a key factor in determining weather conditions?

• The phase of the moon

• The speed of ocean currents

• Air pressure and temperature

• The number of stars visible at night

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What happens to air pressure as altitude increases?

• It remains constant

• It increases

• It decreases

• It fluctuates randomly

Which instrument is used to measure air pressure?

• Anemometer

• Barometer

• Thermometer

• Hygrometer

What is the main difference between weather and climate?

• Weather describes long-term atmospheric conditions, while climate describes daily changes

• Weather changes over short periods, while climate is the average over time

• Climate only includes temperature, while weather includes precipitation

• They are the same

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What is the process called when water changes from a gas to a liquid?

• Evaporation

• Condensation

• Sublimation

• Precipitation

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The movement of warm air rising and cool air sinking is known as:

• Conduction

• Convection

• Radiation

• Diffusion

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What does a wind vane measure?

• Wind speed

• Wind direction

• Humidity

• Air pressure

Which factor has the greatest influence on an area’s climate?

• Longitude

• Proximity to water bodies

• The number of trees in the area

• Daily cloud cover

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How does the Coriolis effect influence wind patterns?

• It speeds up wind in the Northern Hemisphere

• It causes winds to curve due to Earth’s rotation

• It weakens winds near the poles

• It prevents wind movement

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Which factor contributes to the development of hurricanes?

• Cold ocean water

• High-pressure systems

• Warm ocean water

• The absence of clouds

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