Properties Of The Atmosphere Flashcards
1
Q
What is the difference between advection and convection
A
Advection : horizontal movement of air
Convection : vertical movement of air
2
Q
What is the difference between latent heat of condensation and vaporization
A
Condensation : heat released into environment
Vaporization : heat energy required from environment to change state
3
Q
What is a frontal inversion
A
During the day when warm air passes over cold sea/land surface
