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Which type of cloud is associated with the arrival of cooler and drier air during the months of October to March?
Which type of cloud is associated with the arrival of cooler and drier air during the months of October to March?
- Cumulus
- Northeast Monsoon (Amihan) (correct)
- Southeast Monsoon (Habagat)
- Stratus
Which of the following best describes the cause of wind formation?
Which of the following best describes the cause of wind formation?
- Variations in temperature and the earth's rotation (correct)
- Equal distribution of air moisture
- Variations in the earth's rotation only
- Consistent temperature across the earth's surface
If you observe thin, sheet-like clouds covering the entire sky and notice a halo effect around the sun or moon, which type of cloud are you most likely seeing?
If you observe thin, sheet-like clouds covering the entire sky and notice a halo effect around the sun or moon, which type of cloud are you most likely seeing?
- Stratocumulus
- Cumulonimbus
- Altostratus
- Cirrostratus (correct)
During which months is the Southeast monsoon (Habagat) most likely to bring warm, moist air and heavy rainfall?
During which months is the Southeast monsoon (Habagat) most likely to bring warm, moist air and heavy rainfall?
Which of the following cloud types is associated with dark gray clouds and the production of heavy rain?
Which of the following cloud types is associated with dark gray clouds and the production of heavy rain?
Which statement accurately describes the characteristics and typical location of Westerlies winds?
Which statement accurately describes the characteristics and typical location of Westerlies winds?
What distinguishes seasonal winds from planetary winds?
What distinguishes seasonal winds from planetary winds?
Which of the following is an example of low-level clouds that appear as flat, gray layers covering the sky like a blanket and may bring light rain?
Which of the following is an example of low-level clouds that appear as flat, gray layers covering the sky like a blanket and may bring light rain?
What is the relationship between air moisture and relative humidity?
What is the relationship between air moisture and relative humidity?
What altitude range is characteristic of mid-level clouds?
What altitude range is characteristic of mid-level clouds?
Flashcards
Humidity
Humidity
The moisture in the air is called humidity.
Relative Humidity
Relative Humidity
The amount of moisture in the air compared to the maximum amount it can hold.
Dew Point
Dew Point
The temperature at which gas is condensed into a liquid.
Wind
Wind
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Planetary Wind
Planetary Wind
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Trade Winds
Trade Winds
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Westerlies
Westerlies
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Polar Easterlies
Polar Easterlies
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Seasonal Wind
Seasonal Wind
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Northeast Monsoon
Northeast Monsoon
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Study Notes
Types of Clouds
- Clouds are categorized by altitude: high, mid, and low level.
High-Level Clouds
- Cirrus clouds are high-flying, wispy clouds.
- The clouds appear as delicate feathers or strands of hair.
- Cirrocumulus clouds are small, white, and look like puppy clouds.
- They can indicate fair weather.
- Cirrostratus clouds are thin, sheet-like clouds that cover the entire sky.
- They often produce a halo effect.
Mid-Level Clouds (6,500 - 20,000 feet)
- Altostratus clouds are gray or bluish clouds.
- They cover the sky like a sheet and bring light rain or snow.
- Altocumulus clouds are white-gray patches that resemble cotton balls or small, rounded masses.
Low-Level Clouds (6,500 feet)
- Stratus clouds are flat, gray clouds that cover the sky like a blanket.
- They bring light rain.
- Stratocumulus clouds are low, gray, and appear in patches or rolls.
- Nimbostratus clouds are dark gray clouds that produce heavy rain.
- Cumulus clouds are puffy, white clouds that often appear on a sunny day.
- Cumulonimbus clouds are towering thunderstorm clouds.
Humidity
- Humidity is the amount of moisture in the air
- Relative humidity is the amount of moisture in the air compared to the maximum amount it can hold.
- Dew point is the temperature at which gas condenses into a liquid.
Wind
- Wind is the movement of air from one place to another.
- The movement of air is caused by variation and temperature of the earth and rotation.
- Planetary winds, also known as permanent winds, are large-scale winds that blow consistently across the earth.
Types of wind
- Trade winds blow from east to west near the equator.
- Westerlies are winds that blow from west to east in the middle latitudes.
- Polar Easterlies are cold, dry winds that blow from the polar regions.
- Seasonal winds change their direction according to the season.
Monsoon
- Monsoon season occurs during summer and winter.
- The Northeast Monsoon (Amihan) occurs from October to March.
- It brings cooler and dry air.
- The Southeast Monsoon (Habagat) brings warm, moist air.
- Often it causes heavy rainfall from April to September.
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