Heat Transfer and Temperature Variations

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How does the energy transfer between the ocean and the air contribute to the temperature difference between Monterey and Virginia Beach?

Both locations experience equal energy transfer, resulting in similar air temperatures.
The energy transfer rates are the same, but Monterey has a higher albedo than Virginia Beach.
Monterey transfers energy from the air to the ocean, while Virginia Beach transfers energy from the ocean to the air, leading to temperature differences. (correct)
Monterey transfers more energy from the ocean to the air than Virginia Beach does.

What can be concluded about energy transfer if Buchanan has a warmer air temperature compared to Menindee?

More energy is directly transferred from the sun to the surface in Buchanan, then to the air. (correct)
More energy is transferred from the sun directly to the air in Menindee.
It cannot be concluded as several other factors affect the temperature.
Both experience same heat transfer from the sun.

What is the primary energy source responsible for Milltown's temperature of 15°C in the spring, considering various energy sources?

The sun (correct)
Geothermal vents that run underneath Milltown.
The impact of the jet stream.
Volcanic activity.

Considering energy transfer between the ocean and the air, what can be inferred when comparing the air temperature of Ålesund to that of Khatyrka?

At Ålesund, energy is transferred from the ocean to the air, while at Khatyrka, energy is transferred from the air to the ocean. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Considering different energy transfer mechanisms, what explains the warmer air temperature in Lubbock compared to Saskatoon?

Saskatoon is closer to the sun. (A) Signup and view all the answers

How does the presence of moving ocean water affect the air temperature of a coastal location compared to an inland location?

Moving ocean water can either increase or decrease the air temperature of a coastal location, depending on the direction of energy transfer. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following factors contributes most to the temperature differences between two locations at the same latitude?

Differences in elevation. (D) Signup and view all the answers

How do the thermal properties of land and water surfaces influence regional temperature variations?

Land surfaces heat up and cool down more quickly than water surfaces, leading to larger temperature variations. (A) Signup and view all the answers

If two cities are at the same latitude but experience different average temperatures, what factor might explain this difference?

One city being located near an ocean current. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What role do latitude and solar radiation play in determining global temperature patterns?

Lower latitudes receive more direct solar radiation, resulting in higher average temperatures. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Monterey vs. Virginia Beach Air Temperature

Monterey's air temperature is colder than Virginia Beach's due to energy transfer from the air to the ocean in Monterey, while energy is transferred from the ocean to the air in Virginia Beach.

Warmer air: Buchanan or Menindee?

Menindee has a warmer air temperature because more energy is transferred from the sun directly to the surface, and then from the surface to the air.

Source of Energy in Milltown

The sun is the primary source of energy for Milltown's temperature of 15°C in the spring.

Alesund vs. Khatyrka Air Temperature

Alesund's air temperature is warmer than Khatyrka's because energy is transferred from the ocean to the air in Alesund, while energy is transferred from the air to the ocean in Khatyrka.

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Warmer air: Lubbock or Saskatoon?

Lubbock has a warmer air temperature because more energy is transferred from the sun directly to the surface, and then from the surface to the air.

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Study Notes

Monterey's air temperature is colder than Virginia Beach's.
At Monterey, energy transfers from the air to the ocean.
At Virginia Beach, energy transfers from the ocean to the air.
Buchanan has a warmer air temperature than Menindee, due to more energy being transferred from the sun directly to the surface, and then from the surface to the air.
The sun is the source of most of the energy that causes Milltown's temperature of 15ºC in the spring.
Alesund is warmer than Khatyrka.
At Alesund, energy is transferred from the ocean to the air.
At Khatyrka, energy is transferred from the air to the ocean.
Lubbock has a warmer air temperature than Saskatoon, due to more energy being transferred from the sun directly to the surface, and then from the surface to the air.

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