Weather & Climate [LA]

What is the main gas that causes the greenhouse effect?

• A) Carbon Dioxide

• B) Nitrogen

Which layer of the atmosphere is closest to Earth?

• A) Troposphere

• B) Stratosphere

What type of weather is usually associated with high pressure systems?

• A) Clear skies

• B) Rainy weather

Which process involves water vapor turning into liquid water?

• A) Condensation

• B) Evaporation

What type of cloud is often associated with thunderstorms?

• A) Cumulonimbus

• B) Cirrus

What is the instrument used to measure temperature?

• A) Thermometer

• B) Barometer

What is the main source of energy that drives weather on Earth?

• A) The Sun

• B) The Moon

Which ocean phenomenon is known for causing cooler than average sea surface temperatures in the Pacific Ocean?

• A) La Niña

• B) El Niño