Jet Stream Flashcards

1
Q

During the winter months in the middle latitudes, the jet stream shifts toward the

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south and speed increases.

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2
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The strength and location of the jet stream is normally

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weaker and farther north in the summer.

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3
Q

A common location of clear air turbulence is

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in an upper trough on the polar side of a jet stream.

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4
Q

The jet stream and associated clear air turbulence can sometimes be visually identified in flight by

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long streaks of cirrus clouds.

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5
Q

A strong wind shear can be expected

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on the low-pressure side of a Jetstream core where the speed at the core is stronger than
110 knots.

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6
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Which type of Jetstream can be expected to cause the greater turbulence?

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A curving Jetstream associated with a deep low-pressure trough.

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7
Q

Which feature is associated with the tropopause?

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Abrupt change in temperature lapse rate.

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