Weather and Insolation Test FMS

What is the primary reason New York State is warmer in July than in February?

• A) The altitude of the noon Sun is greater in February.

• B) The insolation in New York is greater in July.

• C) The Earth is closer to the Sun in July.

• D) The Earth is traveling faster in its orbit in February.

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The factor that contributes most to the seasonal temperature changes during 1 year in New York State is the changing

• A) distance between the Earth and the Sun

• B) angle at which the Sun's rays strike the Earth's surface

• C) speed at which the Earth travels in its orbit around the Sun

• D) energy given off by the Sun

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Most of the energy in the Earth's atmosphere comes from

• A) the rotation of the Earth and wind from the Earth

• B) the rotation and revolution of the Earth

• C) radioactive decay of elements and radiation from the Earth

• D) radiation from the Earth and insolation from the Sun

What happens to the angle of insolation on June 21 between solar noon and 6 p.m. in New York State?

• A) It increases steadily.

• B) It remains the same.

• C) It first increases and then decreases.

• D) It decreases steadily.

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If dust particles are added to the atmosphere, the amount of insolation reaching the ground will probably

• A) increase

• B) remain the same

• C) decrease

On which date does the maximum duration of insolation occur in the Northern Hemisphere?

• A) June 21

• B) December 21

• C) March 21

• D) September 23

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At which latitude would the duration of insolation be greatest on December 21?

Which two factors determine the number of hours of daylight at a particular location?

• A) longitude and the Earth's average diameter

• B) longitude and season

• C) latitude and the Earth's average diameter

• D) latitude and season

In which diagram does the incoming solar radiation reaching the Earth's surface have the greatest intensity?

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During which month does the minimum duration of insolation occur in New York State?

• A) February

• B) December

• C) September

• D) July

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