Question 1

Which of the following is INCORRECT regarding the subpolar low -pressure cells?

Accepted Answer

A) In the Northern Hemisphere,they are generally stronger in summer than in winter. 
B) They are associated with the polar front. 
C) They are known as the Aleutian and Icelandic lows. 
D) They develop more strongly over the ocean than over land. 
A) In the Northern Hemisphere,they are generally stronger in summer than in winter. 
B) They are associated with the polar front. 
C) They are known as the Aleutian and Icelandic lows. 
D) They develop more strongly over the ocean than over land.

Question 2

Which is TRUE of upper atmospheric circulation?

Accepted Answer

A) These winds are unrelated to surface weather patterns and of no consequence to the atmosphereʹs general circulation. 
B) These winds flow principally from the east.in the mesosphere. 
C) Middle and upper tropospheric circulation is an important component of the atmosphereʹs general circulation. 
D) It refers to the winds in the thermosphere. 
A) These winds are unrelated to surface weather patterns and of no consequence to the atmosphereʹs general circulation. 
B) These winds flow principally from the east.in the mesosphere. 
C) Middle and upper tropospheric circulation is an important component of the atmosphereʹs general circulation. 
D) It refers to the winds in the thermosphere.

Question 3

Which of the following is an example of tertiary circulation?

Accepted Answer

A) General circulation of the atmosphere 
B) Subtropical high pressure systems 
C) Land-sea breezes 
D) Migratory high and low pressure systems 
A) General circulation of the atmosphere 
B) Subtropical high pressure systems 
C) Land-sea breezes 
D) Migratory high and low pressure systems

Question 4

A line connecting points of equal pressure on a weather map is called an isobar.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

The pressure gradient force and the friction force together produce geostrophic winds along Earthʹs surface.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

The North Atlantic Oscillation is associated with strengthening of the pressure differences between the Icelandic Low and Azores high.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Between 20° to 35° north latitude and 20° to 35° south latitude are

Accepted Answer

A) the largest zone of water surpluses in the world. 
B) cyclonic systems of low pressure. 
C) the worldʹs largest arid and semi-arid desert regions. 
D) warm and wet conditions,and the worldʹs great tropical forests. 
A) the largest zone of water surpluses in the world. 
B) cyclonic systems of low pressure. 
C) the worldʹs largest arid and semi-arid desert regions. 
D) warm and wet conditions,and the worldʹs great tropical forests.

Question 8

-The subtropical high pressure system in the North Atlantic and associated cool and warm currents

Accepted Answer

A) circulate warm ocean currents along the western African coast. 
B) bring cool waters to the eastern shores of the United States. 
C) contribute to west African deserts (dry,stable climate) 
D) influence the warm and dry conditions in the Bahamas. 
A) circulate warm ocean currents along the western African coast. 
B) bring cool waters to the eastern shores of the United States. 
C) contribute to west African deserts (dry,stable climate) 
D) influence the warm and dry conditions in the Bahamas.

Question 9

Normal sea level pressure has a standard value of 1013.2 mb (29.92 in.of Hg).

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

The polar high is characterized by cold,dry air.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Ocean currents play a relatively small role in regulating climate.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

The Coriolis force is responsible for the direction water rotates when flowing into a drain.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Describe the formation of ridges and troughs in the upper atmosphere and how they are connected with weather patterns.

Accepted Answer

High pressure ridges typically bend pole

Question 14

The horizontal motion of air relative to Earthʹs surface is

Accepted Answer

A) wind. 
B) a result of equalized pressure across the surface. 
C) barometric pressure. 
D) convection flow. 
A) wind. 
B) a result of equalized pressure across the surface. 
C) barometric pressure. 
D) convection flow.

Question 15

During an El Niño,upwelling of cool waters along the west coast of South America is intensified.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Calm winds associated with a weak pressure gradient and the vertical ascent of air in the ITCZ are known as

Accepted Answer

A) the doldrums 
B) westerlies. 
C) Hadley cells. 
D) the horse latitudes. 
A) the doldrums 
B) westerlies. 
C) Hadley cells. 
D) the horse latitudes.

Question 17

Which of the following is NOT true about electricity generated by wind?

Accepted Answer

A) Turbines have been installed in over 81 countries. 
B) It could help reduce carbon dioxide emissions. 
C) There are numerous economic and social benefits associated with wind energy. 
D) It is cost-competitive with electricity generated by coal,oil,and nuclear. 
E) It is non-renewable and has been linked to adverse human health effects. 
A) Turbines have been installed in over 81 countries. 
B) It could help reduce carbon dioxide emissions. 
C) There are numerous economic and social benefits associated with wind energy. 
D) It is cost-competitive with electricity generated by coal,oil,and nuclear. 
E) It is non-renewable and has been linked to adverse human health effects.

Question 18

Which of the following matches is CORRECT relative to air circulation?

Accepted Answer

A) Anticyclone = low pressure center 
B) Cyclone = clockwise circulation in the Southern Hemisphere 
C) Anticyclone = counterclockwise circulation in the Northern Hemisphere 
D) Cyclone = high pressure center 
A) Anticyclone = low pressure center 
B) Cyclone = clockwise circulation in the Southern Hemisphere 
C) Anticyclone = counterclockwise circulation in the Northern Hemisphere 
D) Cyclone = high pressure center

Question 19

Which of the following is NOT true of the wind?

Accepted Answer

A) It is initiated by the pressure gradient force. 
B) It blows from regions of high pressure to regions of low pressure. 
C) Air blows from regions of hotter air to regions of colder air. 
D) Winds are named based on the direction from which they blow. 
E) The direction of flow can be affected by the rotation of Earth. 
A) It is initiated by the pressure gradient force. 
B) It blows from regions of high pressure to regions of low pressure. 
C) Air blows from regions of hotter air to regions of colder air. 
D) Winds are named based on the direction from which they blow. 
E) The direction of flow can be affected by the rotation of Earth.

Question 20

The frictional force effect on winds

Accepted Answer

A) is lessened in areas with rougher surfaces. 
B) increases with increasing altitude. 
C) is constant,regardless of time of day or year. 
D) is negligible at altitudes above 500 m (~1,600 ft). 
A) is lessened in areas with rougher surfaces. 
B) increases with increasing altitude. 
C) is constant,regardless of time of day or year. 
D) is negligible at altitudes above 500 m (~1,600 ft).

Which of the following is INCORRECT regarding the subpolar low -pressure cells?

Which is TRUE of upper atmospheric circulation?

Which of the following is an example of tertiary circulation?

A line connecting points of equal pressure on a weather map is called an isobar.

The pressure gradient force and the friction force together produce geostrophic winds along Earthʹs surface.

The North Atlantic Oscillation is associated with strengthening of the pressure differences between the Icelandic Low and Azores high.

Between 20° to 35° north latitude and 20° to 35° south latitude are

-The subtropical high pressure system in the North Atlantic and associated cool and warm currents

Normal sea level pressure has a standard value of 1013.2 mb (29.92 in.of Hg).

The polar high is characterized by cold,dry air.

Ocean currents play a relatively small role in regulating climate.

The Coriolis force is responsible for the direction water rotates when flowing into a drain.

Describe the formation of ridges and troughs in the upper atmosphere and how they are connected with weather patterns.

The horizontal motion of air relative to Earthʹs surface is

During an El Niño,upwelling of cool waters along the west coast of South America is intensified.

Calm winds associated with a weak pressure gradient and the vertical ascent of air in the ITCZ are known as

Which of the following is NOT true about electricity generated by wind?

Which of the following matches is CORRECT relative to air circulation?

Which of the following is NOT true of the wind?

The frictional force effect on winds

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Which of the following is INCORRECT regarding the subpolar low -pressure cells?

Which is TRUE of upper atmospheric circulation?

Which of the following is an example of tertiary circulation?

A line connecting points of equal pressure on a weather map is called an isobar.

The pressure gradient force and the friction force together produce geostrophic winds along Earthʹs surface.

The North Atlantic Oscillation is associated with strengthening of the pressure differences between the Icelandic Low and Azores high.

Between 20° to 35° north latitude and 20° to 35° south latitude are

-The subtropical high pressure system in the North Atlantic and associated cool and warm currents

Normal sea level pressure has a standard value of 1013.2 mb (29.92 in.of Hg).

The polar high is characterized by cold,dry air.

Ocean currents play a relatively small role in regulating climate.

The Coriolis force is responsible for the direction water rotates when flowing into a drain.

Describe the formation of ridges and troughs in the upper atmosphere and how they are connected with weather patterns.

The horizontal motion of air relative to Earthʹs surface is

During an El Niño,upwelling of cool waters along the west coast of South America is intensified.

Calm winds associated with a weak pressure gradient and the vertical ascent of air in the ITCZ are known as

Which of the following is NOT true about electricity generated by wind?

Which of the following matches is CORRECT relative to air circulation?

Which of the following is NOT true of the wind?

The frictional force effect on winds

The Science of Geography

The Solar System,sun,and Earth

Energy Balance Essentials

Waterʹs Unique Properties

Water on Earth

Review of Earthʹs Climate System

Population Growth and Fossil Fuel Burning the Setting for Climate Change

The Pace of Change

Earthʹs Surface Relief Features

Landmass Denudation

Drainage Basins and Drainage Patterns

Global Oceans and Seas

Snow Into Ice--The Basis of Glaciers

Soil Development and Soil Profiles

Energy Flows and Nutrient Cycles

Biogeographic Divisions

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