Weather Friday Jan. 23

What causes the strong "katabatic winds" in Commonwealth Bay, Antarctica?

• Warm air rising from the ocean

• Air being pushed by strong ocean currents

• Cold, heavy air sinking from higher elevations towards the coast

• Strong updrafts from volcanic activity

What is the average wind speed in Commonwealth Bay, Antarctica?

• 35 miles/hr (56 km/hr)

• 50 miles/hr (80 km/hr)

• 10 miles/hr (16 km/hr)

• 100 miles/hr (160 km/hr)

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What tool do scientists use to measure the amount of rainfall in a specific area?

• Anemometer

• Barometer

• Rain gauge

• Thermometer

Which location holds the record for the most rainfall over a 60-year period?

• Cherrapunji, India

• Mawsynram, India

• Mount Wai'ale'ale, Hawaii

• The Amazon Rainforest

What causes monsoons to be especially strong in a particular part of Asia?

• The presence of large oceans nearby.

• High temperatures causing rapid evaporation.

• The blocking effect of the Himalaya Mountains on dry air.

• Strong winds blowing from the desert.

What materials are needed to create a rain gauge?

• A tall clear container, a ruler, a permanent marker, and clear tape.

• A plastic bottle, scissors, glue, and colored paper.

• A measuring cup, a spoon, a pencil, and string.

• A bucket, a stopwatch, a thermometer, and a notebook.

What is the primary difference between climate and weather?

• Climate refers to daily atmospheric conditions, while weather describes long-term patterns.

• Climate is temporary and changes frequently, while weather is permanent.

• Climate describes long-term weather patterns in a specific place, while weather is the current atmospheric condition.

• Climate is only about temperature, while weather includes precipitation.

What are the main reasons for the extreme dryness of the Atacama Desert?

• It is located far from any large bodies of water.

• Tall mountains block rain clouds, and the nearby cold ocean prevents water vapor from forming clouds.

• High temperatures cause all precipitation to evaporate immediately.

• Strong winds blow away any moisture before it can fall as rain.