Psychological Effects Of Weather Flashcards

1
Q

What 3 things caused the dustbowl in the 1930s?

A

Low/no rainfall, high temperatures, persistent winds

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3
Q

What are marine dead zones?

A

Areas of low oxygen levels

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5
Q

When was seasonal affective disorder or officially named?

A

1984

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6
Q

What causes turbulence?

A

Convective, free air

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9
Q

What is the PIPEP?

A

The pilots report of actual weather observations recorded in flight

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10
Q

What percent of people are able to fight the blues?

A

12%

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11
Q

What is the TAF?

A

The terminal area forecast

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12
Q

How long did the stratosphere tower take to build?

A

Four years

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14
Q

How tall is the stratosphere tower?

A

1150 feet tall

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15
Q

What is an icing?

A

Light freezing frog

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16
Q

Percent of people gain weight due to weather?

A

35%

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20
Q

What is an altimeter?

A

Instrument for determining altitude

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22
Q

What are the solutions to SAD?

A

Sleeping, do a fun activity, break up your routine
Bright light for 30 mins
Wear bright colors
Eat more protein and take in more vitamin d

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24
Q

What percent of the population is affected by dark, cloudy weather?

A

50%

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25
Q

How did the Industrial Revolution alter our way of life?

A

Artificial lights and schedules

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27
Q

What percent of people have clinical depression?

A

3%