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Conceptual Integrated Science—Chapter 25
Which of the following is NOT one of the weather
elements?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Atmospheric pressure.
Temperature.
Dew point.
Precipitation.
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Conceptual Integrated Science—Chapter 25
Which of the following is NOT one of the weather
elements?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Atmospheric pressure.
Temperature.
Dew point.
Precipitation.
Explanation:
There are six weather elements: atmospheric pressure,
temperature, wind, precipitation, cloudiness, and humidity.
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Conceptual Integrated Science—Chapter 25
Short-wavelength electromagnetic radiation is
characteristic of
A.
B.
C.
D.
sunlight.
terrestrial radiation.
reemitted radiation.
heat flow.
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Conceptual Integrated Science—Chapter 25
Short-wavelength electromagnetic radiation is
characteristic of
A.
B.
C.
D.
sunlight.
terrestrial radiation.
reemitted radiation.
heat flow.
Explanation:
The Sun emits short-wave radiation. Earth reradiates long-wave
radiation, otherwise known as terrestrial radiation.
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Conceptual Integrated Science—Chapter 25
Earth has seasons because
A.
B.
C.
D.
Earth is closer to the Sun part of the year.
the short-wave radiation from the Sun varies regularly.
terrestrial radiation varies regularly.
Earth’s axis of rotation is tilted.
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Conceptual Integrated Science—Chapter 25
Earth has seasons because
A.
B.
C.
D.
Earth is closer to the Sun part of the year.
the short-wave radiation from the Sun varies regularly.
terrestrial radiation varies regularly.
Earth’s axis of rotation is tilted.
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Conceptual Integrated Science—Chapter 25
On the equinoxes, the Sun is directly overhead
A.
B.
C.
D.
at the Tropic of Cancer.
at the Tropic of Capricorn.
at the equator.
everywhere on Earth.
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Conceptual Integrated Science—Chapter 25
On the equinoxes, the Sun is directly overhead
A.
B.
C.
D.
at the Tropic of Cancer.
at the Tropic of Capricorn.
at the equator.
everywhere on Earth.
Explanation:
The two equinoxes are the only times when Earth’s rotational axis
is perpendicular to the Sun’s rays, causing the rays to strike Earth
perpendicularly at the equator. On the June 21 solstice, rays
strike Earth perpendicularly at the Tropic of Cancer. On the
December 22 solstice, rays strike Earth perpendicularly at the
Tropic of Capricorn.
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Conceptual Integrated Science—Chapter 25
In general, the highest atmospheric pressure is
A.
B.
C.
D.
at the equator.
at sea level.
at the base of the temperate zone.
at the top of the troposphere.
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Conceptual Integrated Science—Chapter 25
In general, the highest atmospheric pressure is
A.
B.
C.
D.
at the equator.
at sea level.
at the base of the temperate zone.
at the top of the troposphere.
Explanation:
Pressure is highest where the greatest thickness of atmosphere is
overhead.
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The densest air is found at Earth’s surface due to
A.
B.
C.
D.
temperature inversions.
the Coriolis force.
warmer air at the surface.
gravity’s pull.
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Conceptual Integrated Science—Chapter 25
The densest air is found at Earth’s surface due to
A.
B.
C.
D.
temperature inversions.
the Coriolis force.
warmer air at the surface.
gravity’s pull.
Explanation:
Gravity pulls most of Earth’s atmospheric gas molecules
downward to the surface.
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Conceptual Integrated Science—Chapter 25
Commercial jets generally fly just above the top of
the troposphere
A.
B.
C.
D.
to avoid weather disturbances.
because the Coriolis force is lowest.
because the air is coolest.
because air pressure is optimal.
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Conceptual Integrated Science—Chapter 25
Commercial jets generally fly just above the top of
the troposphere
A.
B.
C.
D.
to avoid weather disturbances.
because the Coriolis force is lowest.
because the air is coolest.
because air pressure is optimal.
Explanation:
Virtually all weather occurs in the troposphere. Flying right above
the troposphere allows jets to avoid turbulence caused by weather
disturbances.
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Conceptual Integrated Science—Chapter 25
The ozone layer occurs in the
A.
B.
C.
D.
troposphere.
stratosphere.
ionosphere.
thermosphere.
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The ozone layer occurs in the
A.
B.
C.
D.
troposphere.
stratosphere.
ionosphere.
thermosphere.
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Wind is caused by
A.
B.
C.
D.
the lay of the land.
mountains.
high atmospheric pressure.
unequal heating of Earth by the Sun.
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Conceptual Integrated Science—Chapter 25
Wind is caused by
A.
B.
C.
D.
the lay of the land.
mountains.
high atmospheric pressure.
unequal heating of Earth by the Sun.
Explanation:
Unequal heating leads to warm areas and warm air. Warmer air at
the surface has lower pressure compared to colder air at the
surface. Air moves from higher pressure to lower pressure—wind.
High atmospheric pressure by itself isn’t sufficient—a pressure
gradient is required to generate wind.
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Conceptual Integrated Science—Chapter 25
Air temperature influences air pressure at the
surface because
A.
B.
C.
D.
colder air sinks, creating high pressure.
warmer air sinks, creating low pressure.
colder air sinks, creating low pressure.
warmer air rises, creating high pressure.
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Conceptual Integrated Science—Chapter 25
Air temperature influences air pressure at the
surface because
A.
B.
C.
D.
colder air sinks, creating high pressure.
warmer air sinks, creating low pressure.
colder air sinks, creating low pressure.
warmer air rises, creating high pressure.
Explanation:
As air warms at the surface, it expands, becomes less dense, and
rises, creating low surface pressure. As it cools, it contracts,
becomes denser, and sinks, creating high surface pressure.
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Conceptual Integrated Science—Chapter 25
In coastal areas during the heat of the day, wind
blows
A.
B.
C.
D.
parallel to the coastline.
in various directions.
from sea to land.
from land to sea.
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In coastal areas during the heat of the day, wind
blows
A.
B.
C.
D.
parallel to the coastline.
in various directions.
from sea to land.
from land to sea.
Explanation:
Land heats up more quickly than water, so rising warm air creates
an area of low pressure over the land.
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Conceptual Integrated Science—Chapter 25
At the equator,
A.
B.
C.
D.
low pressure prevails, and air is warm and moist.
high pressure prevails, and air is warm and moist.
low pressure prevails, and air is warm and dry.
high pressure prevails, and air is warm and dry.
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Conceptual Integrated Science—Chapter 25
At the equator,
A.
B.
C.
D.
low pressure prevails, and air is warm and moist.
high pressure prevails, and air is warm and moist.
low pressure prevails, and air is warm and dry.
high pressure prevails, and air is warm and dry.
Explanation:
Air at the equator is moist due to evaporation. Low pressure
prevails because warm air rises.
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Conceptual Integrated Science—Chapter 25
At the horse latitudes (30ºN and 30ºS),
A.
B.
C.
D.
low pressure prevails, and air is moist.
high pressure prevails, and air is dry.
low pressure prevails, and air is dry.
high pressure prevails, and air is moist.
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At the horse latitudes (30ºN and 30ºS),
A.
B.
C.
D.
low pressure prevails, and air is moist.
high pressure prevails, and air is dry.
low pressure prevails, and air is dry.
high pressure prevails, and air is moist.
Explanation:
Air descending at the horse latitudes has lost most of its moisture.
The sinking air creates high pressure at the surface.
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Conceptual Integrated Science—Chapter 25
Due to the Coriolis effect, how is a thrown object
deflected in the Northern Hemisphere?
A.
B.
C.
D.
The object travels straight but appears deflected to the right.
The object travels in a curved path deflected to the right.
The object travels straight but appears deflected to the left.
The object travels in a curved path deflected to the left.
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Conceptual Integrated Science—Chapter 25
Due to the Coriolis effect, how is a thrown object
deflected in the Northern Hemisphere?
A.
B.
C.
D.
The object travels straight but appears deflected to the right.
The object travels in a curved path deflected to the right.
The object travels straight but appears deflected to the left.
The object travels in a curved path deflected to the left.
Explanation:
As in the merry-go-round example, the object is now actually
deflected. Only an observer on the merry-go-round sees an
apparent deflection to the right. In the Southern Hemisphere, the
apparent deflection is to the left.
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In the Northern Hemisphere, the prevailing path
taken by surface winds in a high-pressure system is
A.
B.
C.
D.
converging and clockwise.
converging and counterclockwise.
diverging and counterclockwise.
diverging and clockwise.
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In the Northern Hemisphere, the prevailing path
taken by surface winds in a high-pressure system is
A.
B.
C.
D.
converging and clockwise.
converging and counterclockwise.
diverging and counterclockwise.
diverging and clockwise.
Explanation:
In a high-pressure system, air descends and diverges. Coriolis
then deflects wind to the right, making wind spiral clockwise.
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Conceptual Integrated Science—Chapter 25
Which of the following is NOT a reason surface
currents form five gyres on Earth?
A.
B.
C.
D.
The Coriolis force.
Uneven heating.
Salinity.
The configuration of continents.
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Which of the following is NOT a reason surface
currents form five gyres on Earth?
A.
B.
C.
D.
The Coriolis force.
Uneven heating.
Salinity .
The configuration of continents.
Explanation:
Uneven heating drives the circulation of both water and air. The
Coriolis force deflects surface currents, and continents control the
size and distribution of gyres.
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Conceptual Integrated Science—Chapter 25
If the relative humidity is 50%, what happens when
the temperature drops and the mass of water in
the air stays the same?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Relative humidity drops.
Relative humidity rises.
Relative humidity stays the same.
Outcome depends on the temperature of the air.
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Conceptual Integrated Science—Chapter 25
If the relative humidity is 50%, what happens when
the temperature drops and the mass of water in
the air stays the same?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Relative humidity drops.
Relative humidity rises.
Relative humidity stays the same.
Outcome depends on the temperature of the air.
Explanation:
Cool air “holds” less water vapor than warm air.
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What happens if nearly saturated air experiences a
quick, significant temperature drop?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Relative humidity drops.
Relative humidity rises.
Condensation occurs.
Outcome depends on the temperature of the air.
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Conceptual Integrated Science—Chapter 25
What happens if nearly saturated air experiences a
quick, significant temperature drop?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Relative humidity drops.
Relative humidity rises.
Condensation occurs.
Outcome depends on the temperature of the air.
Explanation:
Colder air “holds” less water than warmer air. Air that is nearly
saturated will become saturated if it experiences a quick,
significant temperature drop.
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What generally causes clouds to form?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Falling relative humidity.
Sinking of saturated air.
Lifting of air.
Addition of water vapor.
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What generally causes clouds to form?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Falling relative humidity.
Sinking of saturated air.
Lifting of air.
Addition of water vapor.
Explanation:
Recall that colder air “holds” less water than warmer air. Clouds
generally form when air is lifted to altitudes where it is cold
enough for the air to become saturated.
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High clouds have the prefix
A.
B.
C.
D.
Nimbo-.
Alto-.
Strato-.
Cirro-.
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High clouds have the prefix
A.
B.
C.
D.
Nimbo-.
Alto-.
Strato-.
Cirro-.
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Conceptual Integrated Science—Chapter 25
Which of the following is NOT associated with a
cold front?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Thunderstorms.
Drop in air pressure.
Gradually rising warm air.
Clear skies behind the front.
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Which of the following is NOT associated with a
cold front?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Thunderstorms.
Drop in air pressure.
Gradually rising warm air.
Clear skies behind the front.
Explanation:
Gradually rising warm air is characteristic of a warm front.
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Hurricanes fit into which category below?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Cyclones.
Anticyclones.
Gyres.
Cold fronts.
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Hurricanes fit into which category below?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Cyclones.
Anticyclones.
Gyres.
Cold fronts.
Explanation:
Hurricanes have winds that spiral around a central low-pressure
area—they are cyclones.
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Air is considered unstable when it
A.
B.
C.
D.
continues to rise because it is warmer than surrounding air.
behaves unpredictably.
warms as it descends.
cools as it rises.
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Air is considered unstable when it
A.
B.
C.
D.
continues to rise because it is warmer than surrounding air.
behaves unpredictably.
warms as it descends.
cools as it rises.
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A hurricane’s source of energy is
A.
B.
C.
D.
strong winds.
evaporation of cool seawater.
heat released from condensing water.
rapidly sinking air.
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A hurricane’s source of energy is
A.
B.
C.
D.
strong winds.
evaporation of cool seawater.
heat released from condensing water.
rapidly sinking air.
Explanation:
Water contains large amounts of latent heat. In a low-pressure
area, rising warm, moist air cools and condenses, which releases
the latent heat. The air is thus further warmed, and because it
rises, it draws more moist air into the central low. The cycle builds
on itself, forming a positive feedback loop. Hurricanes lose their
energy source when they move over land or cooler water.
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The major cause of the present increased
greenhouse effect is
A.
B.
C.
D.
naturally occurring water vapor.
naturally occurring carbon dioxide.
carbon monoxide from human activities.
carbon dioxide from human activities.
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Conceptual Integrated Science—Chapter 25
The major cause of the present increased
greenhouse effect is
A.
B.
C.
D.
naturally occurring water vapor.
na75ally occurring carbon dioxide.
carbon monoxide from human activities.
carbon dioxide from human activities.
Explanation:
The input of carbon dioxide has increased dramatically since the
Industrial Revolution of the late 19th century.
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