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WorksheetsClimate and Weather
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Worksheet time: 2hrs 48mins
The condition in the atmosphere over a short period of time is called
climate
weather
global warming
atmospheric pressure
All of the following impact climate EXCEPT
latitude
ocean currents
prevailing wind
tectonic plates
atmospheric pressure
A forecast is a prediction of what the weather will be for a certain period of time.
true
false
A huge body of air that has similar temperature, humidity, and air pressure at any given height
air mass
front
tornado
hurricane
a boundary between two air masses
air mass
cold front
front
warm front
A small, very intense cyclonic storm with exceedingly high winds, most often produced along cold fronts in conjunction with severe thunderstorms
hurricane
tornado
air mass
cold front
Region between the Tropic of Cancer and the Tropic of Capricorn. The sun's rays are most intense and the temperatures are always warm.
tropical zone
temperate zone
polar zone
warm front
a front where warm air moves over cold air and brings drizzly rain and then are followed by warm and clear weather
warm front
cold front
stationary front
occluded front
A front where cold air moves in under a warm air mass.
warm front
cold front
occluded front
stationary front
The heating of the Earth's surface and atmosphere from solar radiation being absorbed and emitted by the atmosphere, mainly by water vapor and carbon dioxide
warm front
tropical zone
greenhouse effect
global warming
"It was raining heavily in Galway yesterday". This statement describes.....
The weather
The climate
Both the weather and climate
Neither the weather and climate
_______ causes the Coriolis Effect
Earth's rotation
gravity
wind
density
Wind speed is measured by a _________ and wind direction is measured by a ________
barometer, anemometer
thermometer, wind vane
anemometer, wind vane
barometer, wind vane
How does the heat capacity of water affect the climate of a city on the coast of the Gulf of Mexico?
The water reflects heat from the sun and warms the atmosphere in the area.
The water absorbs a large amount of heat and cools the atmosphere in the area.
The water absorbs heat without evaporating causing frequent droughts in the area.
The water evaporates as small amounts of heat are absorbed causing frequent rain showers in the area.
Which statement describes a role that oceans play in climate?
Condensation of warm ocean water influences rain patterns.
Evaporation of warm ocean water influences rain patterns.
Precipitation of warm ocean water includes rain patterns.
Transpiration of warm ocean water influences rain patterns.
How do currents such as the Gulf Stream affect regional climates?
Currents absorb heat as they move from low latitudes to high latitudes.
Currents distribute heat from offshore regions to coastal regions.
Currents distribute heat from the equator to higher latitudes.
Currents remove heat from higher latitudes and distribute it at the equator.
The captain of a ship watches the reading on his barometer suddenly drop. Which condition is the most likely explanation for the change in the barometer readings?
The ship is approaching a storm.
The ship is entering colder waters.
The ship is entering a high-pressure cell.
The ship has passed under a column of rapidly sinking air.
Which type of frontal system is most likely to produce violent, short-lived thunderstorms?
a cold front
a warm front
a stationary front
a warm occluded front
In Florida, the hurricane season runs from June 1st through November 30th. Which of the following combinations of physical factors are present from June to November contributes to the development of a tropical cyclone?
The sun is high overhead radiating high amounts of solar energy and the ocean contains a deep layer of cool water at the surface.
The sun is high overhead radiating high amounts of solar energy and the ocean contains a deep layer of warm water at the surface.
The sun is at a low angle overhead radiating high amounts of solar energy and the ocean contains a deep layer of cool water at the surface.
The sun is at a low angle overhead radiating high amounts of solar energy and the ocean contains a deep layer of warm water at the surface.
In general, which of the following factors are needed to create severe weather such as thunderstorms, tornadoes, and hurricanes?
wind and rain
lightning and thunder
moisture and rising unstable air
ocean water and the Coriolis effect
Earth’s climate can be affected by natural factors such as changes in volcanic activity, solar output, and Earth's orbit around the Sun. Climate change can also be caused by human activities such as the burning of fossil fuels and the conversion of land for forestry and agriculture. The increase of which greenhouse gas due to human activity has had the greatest impact on global climate in the past century?
carbon dioxide
methane
ozone
water vapor
Which statement best describes the process of radiation?
Radiation is a transfer of matter from liquid into gaseous state.
Radiation is a transfer of heat energy by electromagnetic waves.
Radiation is a transfer of heat energy in a liquid substance by currents.
Radiation is a transfer of heat energy in a solid substance by molecule to molecule.
The __________ is a surface current that flows along the eastern US and brings warm water to Europe.
California Current
Gulf Current
North American Gyre
Arctic Current
________ and _______ affect the ocean's density and cause the Global Conveyor Belt to travel
gravity and the Coriolis Effect
temperature and salinity
wind and climate
temperature and the Coriolis Effect
Which statement describes a role that oceans play in climate?
Condensation of warm ocean water influences rain patterns.
Evaporation of warm ocean water influences rain patterns.
Precipitation of warm ocean water includes rain patterns.
Transpiration of warm ocean water influences rain patterns.
How do currents such as the Gulf Stream affect regional climates?
Currents absorb heat as they move from low latitudes to high latitudes.
Currents distribute heat from offshore regions to coastal regions.
Currents distribute heat from the equator to higher latitudes.
Currents remove heat from higher latitudes and distribute it at the equator.
As Jaden researches ocean currents, he learns that the Gulf Stream has a major effect on the climate of Northwest Europe. By which method does the Gulf Stream transfer energy?
conduction
convection
conversion
radiation
The amount of water vapor in the air-
humidity
climate
generalization
Condensation occurs when
there is no water vapor.
water vapor heats up.
water vapor cools.
A small, very intense cyclonic storm with exceedingly high winds, most often produced along cold fronts in conjunction with severe thunderstorms
hurricane
tornado
air mass
cold front
a front where warm air moves over cold air and brings drizzly rain and then are followed by warm and clear weather
warm front
cold front
stationary front
occluded front
A situation in which the surface position of a front does not move
cold front
warm front
stationary front
eye wall
This front can cause tornadoes when a warm air mass collides with a cold air mass and is quickly forced upward.
occluded front
stationary front
warm front
cold front
Weather travels across the U.S. in what direction?
north to south
south to north
west to east
east to west
This front occurs when a warm air mass catches up to a cold air mass and over takes it.
cold front
occluded front
warm front
stationary front
