Air Mass Interactions Quick Check
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Question
A meteorologist uses a weather map to explain an upcoming change in weather. The map shows a blue line with triangles approaching a red line with semicircles. Based on the map, which weather prediction is most valid? (1 point)
Responses
There is no chance of precipitation in the forecast.
A significant drop in temperature will occur across the area.
Warm temperatures will replace cold temperatures.
Humidity levels will rise.
A significant drop in temperature will occur across the area.
The answer is 100% Warm temperatures will replace cold temperatures.
Which factor in the atmosphere is most responsible for changes in an area’s temperatures and humidity levels?
movement of large air masses
different types of cloud formations
amount of precipitation
density of air
To determine the most valid weather prediction based on the given weather map, let's analyze the map symbols.
In this scenario, the blue line with triangles represents a cold front, while the red line with semicircles represents a warm front. Cold fronts and warm fronts are boundaries between different air masses.
When a cold front approaches a warm front, it usually indicates a change in weather. As the cold front pushes into the warm front, it can cause various weather conditions such as precipitation, changes in temperature, and changes in humidity levels.
Based on the symbols on the map (blue line with triangles approaching the red line with semicircles), the most valid weather prediction would be a significant drop in temperature occurring across the area. This is because a cold front, represented by the blue line with triangles, is approaching the warm front, represented by the red line with semicircles. When the cold air mass collides with the warm air mass, it causes the warm air to rise and the cold air to sink, resulting in cooler temperatures. Therefore, the correct response is "A significant drop in temperature will occur across the area."