Atmosphere Flashcards
1
Q
Factors impacting the distribution of heat energy around the planet (8)
A
Distance from the sun
Depth of atmosphere
Angle of rays
Albedo effect
2
Q
Cellular distribution of heat energy (10)
A
- Hadley cell
Ferrel cell
Polar cell
3 cell model
3
Q
Air masses in the Saharan Africa (6)
A
Tropical maritime (unstable)
Tropical Continental (stable)
ITCZ (storms)
4
Q
Distribution of energy by ocean currents (8)
A
Thermohaline circulation (Labrador current)
Warm currents (North Atlantic Drift)
Land masses
Frictional drag
Spinning of the earth (gyres and coriolis effect)