Atmospheric Circulation Quiz
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What is responsible for much of the global circulation of Earth's atmosphere?

  • Cloud formations
  • Jet streams
  • Wind cells (correct)
  • Wind turbines

    • Where are the Hadley Cells located in relation to Earth's equator?

  • Directly on the equator
  • On either side of the equator (correct)
  • In the middle of both hemispheres
  • At the North and South Poles

    • Which phenomenon is experienced at the equator due to the lack of atmospheric circulation?

  • Polar vortex
  • Doldrums (correct)
  • Horse latitudes
  • Monsoons

    • Where can horse latitudes be found on Earth?

    <p>Around 30 degrees off the equator</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What meteorological event can occur where a Ferrel Cell and a Polar Cell meet?

    <p>Polar front</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main force that prevents atmospheric molecules from escaping into space?

    <p>The gravity of Earth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is solar heat on Earth primarily absorbed and insulated by the atmosphere?

    <p>By passing through the atmosphere and being retained near Earth's surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of atmospheric circulation with respect to heat distribution?

    <p>To evenly distribute heat across the planet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor greatly influences the speed of rotation in different latitudes on Earth?

    <p>Earth's shape</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Earth's rotation contribute to atmospheric circulation?

    <p>By affecting the speed of rotation at different latitudes</p> Signup and view all the answers

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