Mountain Weather and Humidity Concepts

Professor Courter discusses a math problem involving temperature and humidity at different altitudes on a mountain. The video explains how relative humidity and dew point temperature are determined by the presence of clouds. It also covers the effects of air movement on the leeward side of a mountain, using the Big Island of Hawaii as a practical example.

What is the temperature at the top of the mountain?

• 72 degrees

• 66.5 degrees

• 39 degrees

• 22.5 degrees

At what altitude on the windward side is the relative humidity 100%?

• 8000 feet

• 11000 feet

• 3000 feet

• 6000 feet

Why is the relative humidity 100% at 8221 feet on the windward side?

• Because it is below the condensation level

• Because there is no cloud

• Because it is above the condensation level

• Because it is at sea level

What is the dew point temperature at 6000 feet on the windward side?

• 72 degrees

• 22.5 degrees

• 39 degrees

• 66.5 degrees

How does the dew point temperature relate to air saturation?

• It is always lower than the air temperature

• It is always higher than the air temperature

• It is the same as the air temperature when saturated

• It is unrelated to air saturation

Where is the relative humidity higher on the leeward side?

• At 6000 feet

• At sea level

• At 8000 feet

• At 3000 feet

What happens to the air temperature as it descends on the leeward side?

• It fluctuates

• It cools down

• It remains constant

• It warms up

Why is the leeward side of a mountain often dry?

• Because it is closer to the sea

• Because the air is descending and warming

• Because the air is ascending

• Because it is at a higher altitude

What is the significance of the condensation level in mountain weather?

• It is where the air temperature is highest

• It is where clouds begin to form

• It is where the air is driest

• It is where the air pressure is lowest

Which side of the Big Island of Hawaii is known for being wet?

• The northern side

• The Hilo side

• The Kona side

• The southern side