Meteorology Flashcards
1
Q
How Would you obtain a VOLMET?
A
enter the VOLMET frequency for the desired area
2
Q
what are the 3 main conditions for formation of radiation fog?
A
clear skies, moist air and a light wind
3
Q
if there is no wind, what will the other symptoms of radiation fog likely form?
A
dew and/or a light layer of mist
4
Q
if there is strong wind, what will the other symptoms of radiation fog likely form?
A
stratus clouds
5
Q
how is advection fog formed?
A
warm moist air flows over a cold surface, reducing the temperature of the mass of air to the dew point
6
Q
what are the conditions for the formation of thunderstorms?
A
warm, humid unstable air
