Question 1 (1 point)
Skies are often clear above the eye of a hurricane and are actually the calmest section of any hurricane.
True
False
Question 2 (1 point)
Warmer ocean water _______ create more powerful hurricanes due to increased evaporation.
a
can
b
cannot
Question 3 (1 point)
Looking at the map below shows where hurricanes are likely to form because more hurricanes form over tropical oceans than over colder oceans. Which of the following best explains this observation?
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a
Air has more moisture over tropical oceans than over cold oceans.
b
Air has less moisture over tropical oceans than over cold oceans.
c
Water has fewer currents in tropical oceans than in colder oceans.
d
Water has more currents in tropical oceans than in colder oceans.
Question 4 (1 point)
The energy that powers a hurricane originates from warm moist air…remember the water has to be at least ______ degrees Fahrenheit.
a
45 degrees Fahrenheit
b
110 degrees Fahrenheit.
c
80 degrees Fahrenheit.
d
30 degrees Fahrenheit.
Question 5 (1 point)
The graph below shows the relationship between the surface temperature of the sea and the intensity of a hurricane.
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Which BEST describes the relationship shown in the graph?
a
Cooler ocean water can create more powerful hurricanes due to decreased evaporation.
b
Warmer ocean water can create less powerful hurricanes due to decreased evaporation.
c
Cooler ocean water can create less powerful hurricanes due to increased evaporation.
d
Warmer ocean water can create more powerful hurricanes due to increased evaporation.
Question 6 (1 point)
Thunderstorms are most likely to form when a warm, humid air mass collides with a dry cold air mass.
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True
False
Question 7 (1 point)
A ________________front is when two air masses meet, and neither can push the other out.
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a
Occluded
b
Cold
c
Warm
d
Stationary
Question 8 (1 point)
When do tornadoes usually occur?
a
Fall
b
Winter
c
Spring and Summer
Question 9 (1 point)
When a polar air mass from Canada meets a maritime air mass from the Gulf of Mexico, The cold and dry air from Canada meets with the warm and wet air from the Gulf of Mexico to cause tornadoes.
True
False
Question 10 (1 point)
Refer to the weather map below. Which of the following best explains the formation of Tornado Alley in the Central United States?
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a
Air mass A is warm, dry air. Air mass B is cold, humid air. When these two air masses meet, the warm air mass pushes the cold air mass upward, leading to extreme weather patterns such as tornadoes.
b
Air mass A is warm, humid air. Air mass B is cold, dry air. When these two air masses meet, the warm air mass pushes the cold air mass upward, leading to extreme weather patterns such as tornadoes.
c
Air mass A is cold, humid air. Air mass B is warm, dry air. When these two air masses meet, the cold air mass pushes the warm air mass upward, leading to extreme weather patterns such as tornadoes.
d
Air Mass A is cold, dry air. Air Mass B is warm, humid air. When these two air masses meet, the cold air mass pushes the warm air mass rapidly upward, leading to extreme weather patterns such as tornadoes.
Question 11 (1 point)
Weather fronts separate air masses of ___________densities.
a
different
b
same
Question 12 (1 point)
An air mass is a ______ body of air that is _________ uniform in characteristics such as temperature and humidity.
a
Large ; horizontal
b
Small ; vertical
Question 13 (1 point)
An area of ________ pressure or a high-pressure system typically causes the weather to be sunny and clear.
a
High
b
Low
Question 14 (1 point)
As the air cools, density increases, and pressure increases.
True
False
Question 15 (1 point)
Thunderstorms form when a cold, dry air mass collides with a warm, humid air mass over flat land, and warm air is forced upward, causing a powerful updraft; as the air rises, it cools and condenses, creating a powerful downdraft.
True
False
Question 16 (1 point)
An area of high pressure will most likely result in clear weather,
True
False
Question 17 (1 point)
Look at the line graph below. Which statement is a good match to the line graph?
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a
The ability of air to hold moisture decreases as temperature increases.
b
The ability of air to hold moisture increases as temperature increases.
c
The ability of air to hold moisture decreases and then increases as temperature increases.
d
The ability of air to hold moisture stays the same regardless of temperature.
Question 18 (1 point)
Where is a tornado most likely to form?
a
Canada
b
near the middle of a cold, dry air mass
c
over warm, shallow water
d
The Great Plains of central United States
Question 19 (1 point)
Which statement BEST describe the differences between weather and climate?
a
Weather is short term while climate is long term.
b
They both occur over short periods of time.
c
Weather is long term while climate is short term.
d
They both occur over long periods of time.
Question 20 (1 point)
Where does the energy that powers a hurricane originate?
a
From funnel clouds
b
Outside a stationary front
c
Outside subliming water
d
From warm moist air
answers?
Question 1:
To determine the answer to this question, we need to understand the characteristics of a hurricane. The eye of a hurricane is the center of the storm and is usually characterized by clear skies and calm conditions. Based on this information, we can conclude that the statement is True.
Question 2:
To determine whether warmer ocean water can create more powerful hurricanes, we need to understand the relationship between ocean water temperature and hurricane formation. Warmer ocean water provides more energy to the hurricane through increased evaporation. This increased energy can lead to stronger hurricanes. Therefore, the answer is can.
Question 3:
To understand why more hurricanes form over tropical oceans than over colder oceans, we need to analyze the information given in the map. The map shows the areas where hurricanes are likely to form, and it is evident that there are more such areas over tropical oceans. Based on this observation, we can conclude that air has more moisture over tropical oceans than over cold oceans. Therefore, the answer is a.
Question 4:
To determine the minimum temperature required for the water to power a hurricane, we need to refer to the information provided. According to the information, the water temperature needs to be at least 80 degrees Fahrenheit. Therefore, the answer is c.
Question 5:
To understand the relationship shown in the graph between the surface temperature of the sea and the intensity of a hurricane, we need to analyze the data in the graph. The graph shows that as the surface temperature of the sea increases, the intensity of the hurricane also increases. Based on this relationship, we can conclude that warmer ocean water can create more powerful hurricanes due to increased evaporation. Therefore, the answer is d.
Question 6:
To determine whether thunderstorms are most likely to form when a warm, humid air mass collides with a dry cold air mass, we need to analyze the information given. According to the information, thunderstorms are most likely to form in such conditions. Therefore, the answer is True.
Question 7:
To determine the type of front when two air masses meet and neither can push the other out, we need to refer to the given information. The type of front described is a stationary front. Therefore, the answer is d.
Question 8:
To determine when tornadoes usually occur, we need to refer to the given information. According to the information, tornadoes usually occur in the spring and summer. Therefore, the answer is c.
Question 9:
To determine whether the meeting of a polar air mass from Canada and a maritime air mass from the Gulf of Mexico causes tornadoes, we need to analyze the information given. According to the information, the meeting of these air masses does not cause tornadoes. Therefore, the answer is False.
Question 10:
To determine the best explanation for the formation of Tornado Alley in the Central United States, we need to analyze the weather map provided. The weather map shows that Air Mass A is warm, humid air, and Air Mass B is cold, dry air. When these two air masses meet, the warm air mass pushes the cold air mass rapidly upward, leading to extreme weather patterns such as tornadoes. Therefore, the answer is b.
Question 11:
To determine the separation of air masses of different densities, we need to understand the characteristics of weather fronts. Weather fronts separate air masses of different densities. Therefore, the answer is a.
Question 12:
To determine the characteristics of an air mass, we need to analyze the given information. An air mass is a large body of air that is horizontally uniform in characteristics such as temperature and humidity. Therefore, the answer is a.
Question 13:
To determine the effect of a high-pressure system on weather, we need to analyze the given information. A high-pressure system typically causes the weather to be sunny and clear. Therefore, the answer is a.
Question 14:
To determine the relationship between air coolness, density, and pressure, we need to analyze the given information. As the air cools, density increases, and pressure increases as well. Therefore, the statement is True.
Question 15:
To determine the formation of thunderstorms, we need to analyze the given information. Thunderstorms form when a cold, dry air mass collides with a warm, humid air mass over flat land, and warm air is forced upward, causing a powerful updraft; as the air rises, it cools and condenses, creating a powerful downdraft. Therefore, the answer is True.
Question 16:
To determine the effect of high-pressure systems on weather, we need to analyze the given information. An area of high pressure will most likely result in clear weather. Therefore, the statement is True.
Question 17:
To understand the line graph and its relationship to air moisture and temperature, we need to analyze the graph. The graph shows that as temperature increases, the ability of air to hold moisture also increases. Therefore, the answer is b.
Question 18:
To determine the most likely location for the formation of a tornado, we need to analyze the given information. The Great Plains of central United States is known as the Tornado Alley, which suggests that tornadoes are most likely to form in this region. Therefore, the answer is d.
Question 19:
To describe the differences between weather and climate, we need to analyze the given information. Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to long-term patterns of weather. Therefore, the answer is a.
Question 20:
To determine the source of energy that powers a hurricane, we need to analyze the given information. The energy originates from warm moist air. Therefore, the answer is d.
Question 1: True
Question 2: b. cannot
Question 3: a. Air has more moisture over tropical oceans than over cold oceans.
Question 4: c. 80 degrees Fahrenheit.
Question 5: d. Warmer ocean water can create more powerful hurricanes due to increased evaporation.
Question 6: True
Question 7: d. Stationary
Question 8: c. Spring and Summer
Question 9: True
Question 10: b. Air mass A is warm, humid air. Air mass B is cold, dry air. When these two air masses meet, the warm air mass pushes the cold air mass upward, leading to extreme weather patterns such as tornadoes.
Question 11: a. different
Question 12: a. Large; horizontal
Question 13: a. High
Question 14: False
Question 15: True
Question 16: True
Question 17: a. The ability of air to hold moisture decreases as temperature increases.
Question 18: d. The Great Plains of central United States
Question 19: a. Weather is short term while climate is long term.
Question 20: d. From warm moist air