The Atmosphere And Weather Flashcards
1
Q
25% is reflected by…
A
Clouds
2
Q
When volume, temperature, humidity, and altitude increase air pressure….
A
Decreases
3
Q
50% is absorbed by…
A
Earth’s surface
4
Q
Describes the change in the direction of something on or above Earth’s surface
A
The Coriolis effect
5
Q
The solar energy that reaches a planet
A
Insolation
6
Q
The layer of gases closest to Earth’s surface is
A
The troposphere
7
Q
A wind that blows steadily over long distances in a predictable location
A
A global wind
8
Q
5% is reflected by..
A
Earth’s surface
9
Q
The force put on a given area by weight of the air above it
A
Air Pressure
10
Q
20% is absorbed by…
A
Clouds
11
Q
Winds that blow between 30. N and 30. S are known as
A
Trade winds
12
Q
The condition of the troposphere at a particular time and place
A
Weather
13
Q
The amount of water vapor in air
A
Humidity
