Natural Hazarss

Question 1

Explain the cloudy and wet UK weather

Answer 1

Because 60° north is close to where cold polar mixes with sub tropical air from the south

The surface winds from the south, usually bring warm and wet weather because rising air cools and condenses, forming clouds and rain

Question 2

Explain global atmospheric circulation

Answer 2

Sinking air creates high pressure
Rising air creates low pressure

Atmospheric circulation involves a number of interconnected circular air movement called cells

Surface winds move from high to low pressure, transferring heat and moisture from one area to another

Question 3

Benefits of living on a plate margin

Answer 3

Natural occurring hot water and superheated steam provide hot water and central heating for 90% of all buildings

Geothermal energy generates, 25% of Iceland, electricity

Iceland is dramatic landscapes with waterfalls, hot Springs support a huge tourism industry

Volcanic rocks are use in road and building construction