Meteorology Practice Test

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When are tornadoes the most common?

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Tornadoes are most common in spring.

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Which air mass would contain cold, dry air?

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Air mass B contains cold, dry air.

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What is the layer above the stratosphere?

Back

The layer above the stratosphere is the mesosphere.

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What are the tropical winds running from 0 to 30 degrees latitude called?

Back

The tropical winds running from 0 to 30 degrees latitude are called trade winds.

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What are very high feathery clouds called?

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Very high feathery clouds are called cirrus clouds.

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What is the lowest layer of the atmosphere where weather occurs?

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The lowest layer of the atmosphere where weather occurs is the troposphere.

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What type of cloud is typically associated with thunderstorms?

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Cumulonimbus clouds are typically associated with thunderstorms.

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What is the term for the boundary between two different air masses?

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The boundary between two different air masses is called a front.

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What is the main driver of weather patterns on Earth?

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The main driver of weather patterns on Earth is the Sun.

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What is the term for a large body of air with uniform temperature and humidity?

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A large body of air with uniform temperature and humidity is called an air mass.