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How does microscale meteorology differ from mesoscale meteorology regarding the duration of weather phenomena?
How does microscale meteorology differ from mesoscale meteorology regarding the duration of weather phenomena?
- Microscale phenomena last less than a day, while mesoscale phenomena last for more than a day. (correct)
- Microscale phenomena last longer than a day, while mesoscale phenomena last less than a day.
- Microscale phenomena last for days to weeks, while mesoscale phenomena last for hours.
- Microscale phenomena and mesoscale phenomena both last for days to weeks.
Which of the following meteorological phenomena would typically be studied under synoptic scale meteorology?
Which of the following meteorological phenomena would typically be studied under synoptic scale meteorology?
- Local air pollution dispersion.
- Thunderstorms covering a few kilometers.
- Hurricanes spanning over hundreds of kilometers. (correct)
- Energy changes between the atmosphere and a small lake.
Which scale of meteorology would be most suitable for studying the transfer of heat from the tropics to the poles?
Which scale of meteorology would be most suitable for studying the transfer of heat from the tropics to the poles?
- Microscale meteorology
- Mesoscale meteorology
- Global scale meteorology (correct)
- Synoptic scale meteorology
A weather event spans 500 km and lasts for several days. Which scale of meteorology is most appropriate for studying this phenomenon?
A weather event spans 500 km and lasts for several days. Which scale of meteorology is most appropriate for studying this phenomenon?
Which of the following best describes the spatial and temporal scales associated with the study of frontal zones in synoptic meteorology?
Which of the following best describes the spatial and temporal scales associated with the study of frontal zones in synoptic meteorology?
How does the typical size of a thunderstorm studied in microscale meteorology compare to one studied in mesoscale meteorology?
How does the typical size of a thunderstorm studied in microscale meteorology compare to one studied in mesoscale meteorology?
Which of the following phenomena is LEAST likely to be included in the study of microscale meteorology?
Which of the following phenomena is LEAST likely to be included in the study of microscale meteorology?
Which of the following best describes the role of a meteorologist?
Which of the following best describes the role of a meteorologist?
How did the invention of the telegraph influence the field of meteorology?
How did the invention of the telegraph influence the field of meteorology?
Evangelista Torricelli's primary contribution to meteorology involved:
Evangelista Torricelli's primary contribution to meteorology involved:
Why is the study of weather and climate important for understanding ecosystems?
Why is the study of weather and climate important for understanding ecosystems?
How does modern technology enhance the field of meteorology?
How does modern technology enhance the field of meteorology?
What is the significance of dividing weather into different spatial and temporal scales?
What is the significance of dividing weather into different spatial and temporal scales?
In what way might climate and weather most directly impact soil composition?
In what way might climate and weather most directly impact soil composition?
Before the 19th century, what was a significant impediment to advancing meteorological knowledge?
Before the 19th century, what was a significant impediment to advancing meteorological knowledge?
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Microscale Meteorology
Microscale Meteorology
Study of weather phenomena smaller than 1 km, lasting less than a day.
Mesoscale Meteorology
Mesoscale Meteorology
Study of weather phenomena from 1-1,000 km, lasting more than a day.
Synoptic Scale Meteorology
Synoptic Scale Meteorology
Study of weather phenomena from hundreds to thousands of km, lasting days to weeks.
Global Scale Meteorology
Global Scale Meteorology
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Front
Front
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Jet Streams
Jet Streams
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El Niño/La Niña
El Niño/La Niña
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What is Meteorology?
What is Meteorology?
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What is a Meteorologist?
What is a Meteorologist?
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Early Importance of Meteorology
Early Importance of Meteorology
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Evangelista Torricelli's Contribution
Evangelista Torricelli's Contribution
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Impact of the Telegraph
Impact of the Telegraph
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Scales of Meteorology
Scales of Meteorology
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What is a Barometer?
What is a Barometer?
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Meteorological Studies Include
Meteorological Studies Include
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Study Notes
- Meteorology involves studying the atmosphere, climate, and weather.
- Meteorologists study weather patterns globally and how the atmosphere affects weather.
- They examine the relationships between climate/weather and ecosystems, soils, rivers, lakes, and biological organisms.
Brief History of Meteorology
- Tracking and predicting weather was initially important for hunting, crop production, and travel.
- Evangelista Torricelli, a founding father of meteorology, linked weather changes to air pressure changes.
- Torricelli invented the barometer in the 15th century to measure air pressure.
- The telegraph in the 19th century enabled global sharing of meteorological information.
- This sharing led to improved understanding and predictions of weather and climate.
- Modern technology has helped fuel advances in the meteorology field.
Scales of Meteorology
- Weather is divided into spatial and temporal scales.
- These scales help meteorologists to specialize and better understand weather types.
Microscale Meteorology
- Focuses on weather phenomena under 1 km in size and lasting less than a day.
- Includes thunderstorms, clouds, air pollution, and energy changes between the atmosphere, soil, plants and water bodies.
Mesoscale Meteorology
- Studies weather phenomena ranging from 1-1,000 km and lasting more than a day.
- Examples are tropical cyclones, fronts, and large thunderstorms.
- A front is a boundary between hot and cold air masses.
Synoptic Scale Meteorology
- Deals with weather phenomena from hundreds to thousands of km in size, lasting days to weeks.
- Includes hurricanes, frontal zones, and jet streams (fast-moving air currents in the atmosphere).
- These events cover large spatial areas and occur over extended periods.
Global Scale Meteorology
- Focuses on weather patterns and heat transfer from the tropics to the poles.
- Examples include El Niño/La Niña and global air circulation cells.
- These operate on a much larger time scale than smaller scales of meteorology.
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Description
An overview of meteorology including its history and different scales; meteorologists study weather patterns, the atmosphere, and the relationships between climate, weather, ecosystems, soils, rivers, and biological organisms. Tracking weather was initially crucial for hunting, agriculture, and travel which has subsequently shaped modern techniques.
