Unit 5 Weather and Atmosphere

Front

What heats the Earth's surface?

Back

The sun

Front

What is the condition of the Earth's atmosphere at a certain time and place?

Back

Weather

Front

Which type of air mass is dry and warm?

Back

Continental tropical

Front

When water changes from a liquid to a gas in plants it is called...

Back

Transpiration

Front

What is the sequence of the three atmospheric cells from the North Pole to the equator?

Back

Polar cell, Ferrel cell, Hadley cell

Front

What is the difference between weather and climate?

Back

Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to long-term patterns.

Front

What is an air mass?

Back

A large body of air with uniform temperature and humidity.

Front

What is the role of the sun in the water cycle?

Back

The sun provides energy for evaporation, which is essential for the water cycle.

Front

What is condensation?

Back

The process by which water vapor turns into liquid water, forming clouds.

Front

What is the greenhouse effect?

Back

The warming of the Earth's surface due to trapped heat by greenhouse gases.