Weather Maps Atmosphere Weather Instruments Clouds General Stuff

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The weather map below shows the locations of a warm and cold front over

The weather map below shows the locations of a warm and cold front over part of North America. The numbered lines on the weather map connect locations with the same A. wind direction B. air temperature C. wind speed D. air pressure

D. Air pressure 5 pts.

D. Air pressure 5 pts.

The map below shows the relative size and track of a certain weather event.

The map below shows the relative size and track of a certain weather event. Which weather event is shown on the map?

Hurricane 10 pts.

Hurricane 10 pts.

The map below shows an air mass that formed over the Gulf of Mexico

The map below shows an air mass that formed over the Gulf of Mexico at location A. Which temperature and moisture conditions are associated with this air mass? A. . cold and dry B. warm and humid C. cold and humid D. warm and dry

B. Warm and humid 15 pts.

B. Warm and humid 15 pts.

The fronts shown on the weather map are best described as A. boundaries between

The fronts shown on the weather map are best described as A. boundaries between different air masses B. boundaries between different wind belts C. areas experiencing clear skies with light winds. D. areas experiencing extremely warm air temperatures

A. Boundaries between different air masses 20 pts.

A. Boundaries between different air masses 20 pts.

The weather map below shows the locations of a high-pressure center (H) and a

The weather map below shows the locations of a high-pressure center (H) and a low-pressure center (L), air masses c. P and m. T, and city A. Explain why city A would have. clear sky conditions.

City A is near a high pressure system. 25 pts.

City A is near a high pressure system. 25 pts.

In addition to oxygen, which gases make up the largest percentage of Earth’s atmosphere?

In addition to oxygen, which gases make up the largest percentage of Earth’s atmosphere? A. hydrogen, helium and water vapor B. hydrogen, methane and ozone C. carbon dioxide, water vapor and nitrogen D. carbon dioxide, methane and helium

C 5 pts.

C 5 pts.

Which of the following is NOT a reason that the atmosphere is important to

Which of the following is NOT a reason that the atmosphere is important to Earth? A. It affects the length of seasons. B. It provides the gases that living things need. C. It traps heat energy from the sun. D. It keeps rocks from outer space from hitting Earth. .

A 10 pts.

A 10 pts.

What term refers to the atmospheric conditions that prevail from season to season and

What term refers to the atmospheric conditions that prevail from season to season and year to year at a certain location? .

Climate 15 pts.

Climate 15 pts.

Weather is the condition of Earth’s atmosphere… . A. at a particular time and

Weather is the condition of Earth’s atmosphere… . A. at a particular time and place. B. in a particular season. C. over several years. D. after it rains.

A 20 pts.

A 20 pts.

Name the layers of the atmosphere from the ground up.

Name the layers of the atmosphere from the ground up.

Troposphere, Stratosphere, Mesosphere, Thermosphere 25 pts.

Troposphere, Stratosphere, Mesosphere, Thermosphere 25 pts.

What instrument measures relative humidity? .

What instrument measures relative humidity? .

Psychrometer or hygrometer 5 pts.

Psychrometer or hygrometer 5 pts.

A ____ is the tool used to measure air pressure. .

A ____ is the tool used to measure air pressure. .

Barometer 10 pts.

Barometer 10 pts.

What instrument measures temperature? .

What instrument measures temperature? .

Thermometer 15 pts.

Thermometer 15 pts.

What instrument measures wind direction? A. Anemometer B. Barometer C. Wind vane D. Psychrometer.

What instrument measures wind direction? A. Anemometer B. Barometer C. Wind vane D. Psychrometer.

C. Wind Vane 20 pts.

C. Wind Vane 20 pts.

DAILY DOUBLE

DAILY DOUBLE

What instrument measures wind speed? .

What instrument measures wind speed? .

Anemometer

Anemometer

They form high in the sky and look like wispy feathers. .

They form high in the sky and look like wispy feathers. .

Cirrus Clouds 5 pts.

Cirrus Clouds 5 pts.

They are flat, blanket-like clouds that cover large areas and carry rain. .

They are flat, blanket-like clouds that cover large areas and carry rain. .

Stratus Clouds 10 pts.

Stratus Clouds 10 pts.

They are fluffy, cottonlike clouds that can produce thunderstorms.

They are fluffy, cottonlike clouds that can produce thunderstorms.

Cumulus Clouds 15 pts.

Cumulus Clouds 15 pts.

Which process must occur for clouds to form? . A. erosion B. conduction C.

Which process must occur for clouds to form? . A. erosion B. conduction C. condensation D. precipitation

C. condensation 20 pts.

C. condensation 20 pts.

What type of clouds are pictured? .

What type of clouds are pictured? .

Cirrus Clouds 25 pts.

Cirrus Clouds 25 pts.

Which weather event usually includes heavy precipitation, strong winds, and surface o temperatures below

Which weather event usually includes heavy precipitation, strong winds, and surface o temperatures below 0 C? .

Blizzard 5 pts.

Blizzard 5 pts.

Earth’s weather is primarily caused by the A. uneven heating of Earth’s surface. B.

Earth’s weather is primarily caused by the A. uneven heating of Earth’s surface. B. drifting of Earth’s crustal plates. C. gravitational attraction of the moon. D. changing distance between Earth and the Sun. .

A 10 pts.

A 10 pts.

Weather forecasts are more accurate today than in the past due to A. global

Weather forecasts are more accurate today than in the past due to A. global warming B. air-quality control C. plate tectonics D. use of images from. space

D. Use of images from space 15 pts.

D. Use of images from space 15 pts.

. The movement of an air mass over Earth’s surface causes A. earthquake activity

. The movement of an air mass over Earth’s surface causes A. earthquake activity B. local weather changes C. global warming D. ecological succession

B. Local weather changes 20 pts.

B. Local weather changes 20 pts.

DAILY DOUBLE

DAILY DOUBLE

The arrows in the diagram below show the circulation of air on a sunny

The arrows in the diagram below show the circulation of air on a sunny day. . The air circulation shown is caused by A. both hot air and cool air sinking B. hot air rising and cool air sinking C. hot air sinking and cool air rising D. both hot air and cool air rising

B. Hot air rising and cool air sinking 25 pts.

B. Hot air rising and cool air sinking 25 pts.

Game Rules Welcome to Review Jeopardy. It is my hope that all of you

Game Rules Welcome to Review Jeopardy. It is my hope that all of you will find this review enjoyable and educational. This is not open notes, books, worksheets, you can help your teammates, but remain quite as to not assist your competition, also remain aware of the time limit.

Game Rules Each group has between 4 and 5 people. You must go in

Game Rules Each group has between 4 and 5 people. You must go in order, I will only take an answer from the person whose turn it is. GROUP TURN as well as MEMBER TURN will rotate with each question answered by the class. If you cannot answer a question or you answer incorrectly the points will not be deducted from your point total.

Game Rules 3 6 2 5 4 1 Group #2 3 2 1 Group

Game Rules 3 6 2 5 4 1 Group #2 3 2 1 Group #3 6 5 2 5 4 1 4 Group #1 Group #4

Game Rules You can wager up to 50 points on a Daily Double. There

Game Rules You can wager up to 50 points on a Daily Double. There is a point deduction of 5 points for class disruption as well as discounting of other groups and their answers. Be kind and considerate of others. The group with the highest point total at the end of the game wins. Quiz bonus: 1 st Place – 3 percent 2 nd Place – 2 percent 3 rd & 4 th Place – 1 percent