Atmosphere & Weather

Front

Which climate region would have warm/hot summers and cool/dry winters? Options: Polar Zone, Temperate Zone, Tropical Zone

Back

Temperate Zone

Front

Why does the Tropical Region have the hottest temperatures of the three convection regions?

Back

It is centered on the equator which receives the most direct solar energy.

Front

In the diagram, which letter represents the Polar regions? Options: A, B, C

Back

C

Front

How does the Gulf Stream Current affect the climate of the South Carolina shoreline?

Back

The ocean current brings in warm moist air.

Front

Unequal heating of the ocean causes ocean currents to transfer thermal energy around the globe through what process?

Back

convection

Front

What happens to the water vapor in warm air as it rises into higher altitudes of the troposphere?

Back

The water vapor cools and condenses forming clouds.

Front

Which climate region extends from about 30° N latitude to 30° S latitude?

Back

Tropical Region

Front

Which wind belts, between 30° and 60° latitude, are responsible for much of the movement of weather across North America?

Back

Prevailing Westerlies

Front

What types of winds affect the movement of hurricanes in the Northern Hemisphere?

Back

Trade Winds and Prevailing Westerlies

Front

Why is cold polar air pushed down to the United States during the winter?

Back

The Polar Jet Stream brings down cold polar air to the United States.