GeoSkills - Synoptic Chart

What is the atmospheric pressure at Perth?

• 1004 Hpa
• 1006 Hpa
• 1010 Hpa
• 1012 Hpa

What is the likley wind direction and speed at Perth?

• Northeast at 14–23 km per hour
• Southwest at 14–23 km per hour
• Southeast at 14–23 km per hour
• Northwest at 14–23 km per hour

What is the latitude and longitude for Cairns?

• 33° S, 139° E
• 15° S, 145° E
• 23° S, 131° E
• 145° E, 15° S

What are lines joining places of equal atmospheric pressure on a synoptic chart called?

• Contour Lines
• Isoheights
• Isobars
• Isobaths

Australia is located in which two hemispheres?

• Western and Northern hemispheres
• Western and Southern hemispheres
• Eastern and Northern hemispheres
• Eastern and Southern hemispheres

Which statement best describes the likely weather conditions being experienced in Perth?

• Unstable atmospheric conditions – windy and clear blue skies
• Stable atmospheric conditions – windy with heavy rain
• Stable atmospheric conditions – gentle winds and clear blue skies
• Unstable atmospheric conditions – strong winds and rain

What is the wind speed and direction at Darwin?

• SW 40km/h
• E 40km/h
• S 40km/h
• SSE 30km/h

What is the air pressure at Perth?

• 1004hpa
• 1006hpa
• 1008hpa
• 1020hpa

What state is located at 31˚S 148˚E?

• Queensland
• Western Australia
• Victoria
• Tasmania

Which two states have experienced rainfall in the previous 24 hours?

• Tasmania and Western Australia
• Queensland and Western Australia
• New South Wales and South Australia
• South Australia and Victoria