We Found the Worst Weather on Earth

What is the primary reason for the Atacama Desert's extreme dryness?

• Proximity to the equator

• Dense vegetation

• Presence of the Hadley Cell and rain shadow effect

• High altitude

Why is Death Valley considered one of the hottest places on Earth?

• It is located near the equator

• It has a high elevation

• It is surrounded by water bodies

• It is extremely dry with low elevation

What causes the wind in Wellington, New Zealand, to be so strong?

• The rain shadow effect

• The Coriolis effect

• The Hadley Cell

• The Venturi effect

What is the main cause of the catabatic winds in Antarctica?

• High temperatures

• Dense, cold air descending due to gravity

• Proximity to the ocean

• Presence of dense forests

What geographical feature contributes to the heavy rainfall in Monsinrum and Cherrampungi?

• The rain shadow effect

• Orographic lift

• The Coriolis effect

• The Hadley Cell

Which location holds the world record for annual rainfall?

• Mount Washington

• Cherrampungi

• Atacama Desert

• Death Valley

What makes Mount Washington's weather so extreme?

• Its high elevation

• Its location in the tropics

• Its exposure to fast-moving air masses and moisture

• Its proximity to the ocean

What is the Venturi effect, as seen in Mount Washington?

• Air pressure differences causing wind

• Air being funneled and accelerated through narrow spaces

• Temperature differences causing wind

• Moisture differences causing wind

What is a significant factor in Mount Washington's extreme weather?

• Its proximity to the equator

• Its position between the equator and poles

• Its dense forest cover

• Its high altitude

What is the significance of Mount Washington's location at 44.27° N?

• It is near the equator

• It is at the midpoint between the equator and poles

• It is in the southern hemisphere

• It is near the poles