Factors Controlling Weather Flashcards
1
Q
The Weather systems on our planet are ALL driven by on thing…..?
A
The SUN
2
Q
True or false:
Our weather system is a well organised system.?
A
False
It is a chaotic and complex system
3
Q
What is the weight of one cubic meter of air at SEA LEVEL?
A
1,2kg
4
Q
What is Atmospheric Pressure:
A
The total weight of air.
5
Q
What happens to warm air when it rises?
A
It becomes less dense and forms an area of
LOW PRESSURE
6
Q
What is “Humidity”
A
The amount of water in the air.
7
Q
Does cold air or warm air hold more water in it?
A
Warm air
8
Q
Explain how air pressure affects the movement of air.
A
- Cold air SINKS and creates HIGH PRESSURE … it’s pushing down!
- Warm air RISES and creates LOW PRESSURE
- Air always moves from High Pressure to Low Pressure.
- This movement of air creates “weather”
