Physical geography weak Concepts Flashcards by Carrie Hall | Brainscape

Q

What does “tendency” indicate about weather?

A

Lab 8- 3a

Lower pressure=”worse weather”?

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Explain the Maritime Effect on weather.

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Lab 8- 2b, 2c

Wettest/driest cities
Most sunshine/ foggiest cities

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What factors can influence DEW POINT? Raising or lowering it?

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Lab 8- 3c

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Q

Explain the “rain shadow” effect.

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Lab 8-10

La Paz and Santa Cruz, Bolivia

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Q

Rising barometric pressure means weather will…?

A

Lab 8-13

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Falling barometric pressure will mean weather will…?

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Lab 8-13

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