Weather & Climate Unit Review

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Why is the weather in FL so warm and humid?

Back

air masses bring air that is warm and full of water vapor

Front

What causes the Coriolis effect?

Back

Earth's rotation

Front

What type of weather is associated with a cold front?

Back

Heavy rain and thunderstorms

Front

Water exchanges its thermal energy with the air around it. As a result, coastal regions tend to have more ________ winters and summers

Back

moderate (winters aren't as cold, summers aren't as hot)

Front

Which of the following statements best describes the California Current?

Back

Cold water current flowing south along the west coast of the US

Front

Which type of current is more likely to bring cooler temperatures and drier weather to coastal regions?

Back

Cold water currents

Front

How does the Gulf Stream influence weather along the SE of the United States and across the Atlantic to places like Great Britain?

Back

Warm water evaporates → water vapor is transferred to the atmosphere → humidity increases → more rain

Front

Which type of pressure system brings fair weather (not cloudy)?

Back

high pressure

Front

Which type of weather is most often produced by a low air pressure system?

Back

rainy

Front

Why do winds form?

Back

Due to the uneven heating of Earth's surface.