Weather Report Quiz

What factors are part of a thorough weather report?

• Air temperature, humidity, wind speed, cloud cover, precipitation

• Soil moisture, plant growth, animal activity

• Ocean currents, mountain height, river flow

• Population density, urban development, traffic patterns

What are low-level clouds primarily composed of?

• Ice crystals.

• Water droplets.

• Dust particles.

• Salt crystals.

What does the prefix 'cumulo-' indicate about cloud growth?

• Horizontal growth.

• Vertical growth.

• Circular growth.

• Diagonal growth.

What is fog?

• A type of rain

• A cloud located at or near the ground

• A type of wind

• A form of snow

What is steam fog?

• Fog that forms over a warm lake

• Fog that forms in deserts

• Fog that forms in forests

• Fog that forms in cities

What type of air is involved in the formation of advection fog?

• Cold, dry air

• Warm, moist air

• Hot, dry air

• Cold, moist air

What is the result of a cold air mass moving over warmer ground?

• The air mass cools

• The air mass rises, forming clouds

• The air mass remains unchanged

• The air mass dissipates

What happens when a colder air mass moves over warmer ground?

• The air mass cools down

• The bottom layer of air is heated and rises

• The air mass becomes stationary

• The air mass moves towards the poles

What is the main characteristic of a maritime polar (mP) air mass?

• Dry and warm

• Moist and cold

• Dry and cold

• Moist and warm

What type of weather is often associated with a cold front?

• Clear skies

• Thunderstorms

• Light drizzle

• Fog