Week 15 Flashcardizz Review

Front

How do differences in air pressure affect the movement of air?

Back

Air always moves from areas of high pressure to areas of low pressure.

Front

What is the term for the salt content of a substance?

Back

Salinity

Front

What type of weather is generally associated with a low pressure system?

Back

Cloudy skies, some moist air, possible precipitation, stormy weather.

Front

What mainly causes surface currents in the ocean?

Back

Wind

Front

What do these symbols represent? (cold front, warm front, stationary front, occluded front)

Back

Cold front

Front

What is the Coriolis Effect?

Back

The Coriolis Effect is the deflection of moving objects caused by the rotation of the Earth.

Front

What is convection in the context of weather?

Back

Convection is the process by which warm air rises and cool air sinks, creating circulation.

Front

What is the difference between a cold front and a warm front?

Back

A cold front is where cold air replaces warm air, while a warm front is where warm air replaces cold air.

Front

What type of weather is typically associated with a warm front?

Back

Gentle rain and warmer temperatures.

Front

What is the role of humidity in weather patterns?

Back

Humidity is the amount of moisture in the air, which can affect precipitation and temperature.