How Weather Works: Part 2 Video

What is the primary reason for the equator being hotter than the poles?

• The equator is closer to the sun.

• The equator receives more direct sunlight.

• The poles are covered in ice.

• The equator has more landmass.

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Which cell is responsible for the trade winds?

• Equatorial cell

• Hadley cell

• Ferrel cell

• Polar cell

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What happens to air when it rises?

• It becomes warmer and drier.

• It remains at the same temperature.

• It expands and cools, causing rain.

• It compresses and heats up.

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What is the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) known for?

• Having cold and snowy conditions

• Being one of the wettest parts of the planet

• Having high pressure and dry air

• Being a dry desert area

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What is the main characteristic of the subtropical high?

• Cold temperatures and snow

• Dry air and high pressure

• Warm temperatures and humidity

• High rainfall and low pressure

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Which direction do the westerlies in the Ferrel cell move?

• From East to West

• From West to East

• From South to North

• From North to South

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Why is the Eastern United States wetter than the Sahara, despite being at a similar latitude?

• It has more mountains.

• It is closer to the equator.

• It has more forests.

• It is affected by warm ocean currents.

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What effect does the Coriolis force have on wind in the Northern Hemisphere?

• It stops wind from moving.

• It increases wind speed.

• It deflects wind to the left.

• It deflects wind to the right.

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What causes the Indian monsoon?

• Warm air from the equator

• Cold air from the poles

• The ITCZ moving north and air rising over the Himalayas

• The ITCZ moving south

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How do seasons affect the three-cell model?

• They have no effect on the cells.

• They make the cells stronger.

• They cause the cells to shift north and south.

• They cause the cells to disappear.

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