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Why does heated air rise?
Why does heated air rise?
- It is attracted to the upper atmosphere.
- It is pushed upwards by colder air.
- Its molecules slow down and become more compact.
- Its molecules move faster, spread out, and become less dense. (correct)
What is the primary cause of wind?
What is the primary cause of wind?
- The movement of air towards a place where warm air is rising. (correct)
- The gravitational pull of the moon.
- The rotation of the Earth.
- The formation of clouds.
During which part of the day does a sea breeze typically occur?
During which part of the day does a sea breeze typically occur?
- Evening
- Daytime (correct)
- Early morning
- Nighttime
In coastal areas, why are breezes common?
In coastal areas, why are breezes common?
How does air move during a land breeze?
How does air move during a land breeze?
What is a primary characteristic of monsoon wind systems?
What is a primary characteristic of monsoon wind systems?
What is the local name for the northeast monsoon in the Philippines?
What is the local name for the northeast monsoon in the Philippines?
What is the relationship between air pressure and wind movement?
What is the relationship between air pressure and wind movement?
Which of the following is characteristic of a high-pressure area?
Which of the following is characteristic of a high-pressure area?
During the northeast monsoon (Amihan) in the Philippines, where is the high pressure area typically located?
During the northeast monsoon (Amihan) in the Philippines, where is the high pressure area typically located?
What type of wind does the northeast monsoon (Amihan) bring to the Philippines?
What type of wind does the northeast monsoon (Amihan) bring to the Philippines?
During which months does the northeast monsoon (Amihan) typically occur in the Philippines?
During which months does the northeast monsoon (Amihan) typically occur in the Philippines?
Which direction does the wind come from during the southwest monsoon (Habagat)?
Which direction does the wind come from during the southwest monsoon (Habagat)?
What type of wind is associated with the southwest monsoon (Habagat)?
What type of wind is associated with the southwest monsoon (Habagat)?
When does the southwest monsoon (Habagat) typically occur in the Philippines?
When does the southwest monsoon (Habagat) typically occur in the Philippines?
What causes both Amihan and Habagat to bring rain to the Philippines?
What causes both Amihan and Habagat to bring rain to the Philippines?
What is the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ)?
What is the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ)?
What weather conditions are associated with the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ)?
What weather conditions are associated with the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ)?
What is the ITCZ also known as?
What is the ITCZ also known as?
How does the temperature of land compare to the temperature of water, in terms of heating and cooling?
How does the temperature of land compare to the temperature of water, in terms of heating and cooling?
Which scenario accurately describes the conditions leading to a sea breeze?
Which scenario accurately describes the conditions leading to a sea breeze?
What is the primary reason for the difference in temperature between land and sea that leads to breezes?
What is the primary reason for the difference in temperature between land and sea that leads to breezes?
If you are experiencing winds blowing from the land towards the sea, what time of day is it most likely to be?
If you are experiencing winds blowing from the land towards the sea, what time of day is it most likely to be?
How might a strong monsoon season impact agriculture in a region?
How might a strong monsoon season impact agriculture in a region?
During Amihan, if the high-pressure area is located in China and Siberia, what does this indicate about the air temperature in those regions?
During Amihan, if the high-pressure area is located in China and Siberia, what does this indicate about the air temperature in those regions?
If you observe that the wind is bringing warm and moist air, and the rainfall has increased significantly, which monsoon is most likely occurring?
If you observe that the wind is bringing warm and moist air, and the rainfall has increased significantly, which monsoon is most likely occurring?
Why is the ITCZ known as a breeding zone for low-pressure areas?
Why is the ITCZ known as a breeding zone for low-pressure areas?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between the ITCZ and monsoons?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between the ITCZ and monsoons?
How do local breezes differ from monsoons in terms of geographic scale and duration?
How do local breezes differ from monsoons in terms of geographic scale and duration?
During the daytime in a coastal area, if the air over the land is significantly warmer than the air over the sea, what effect will this have on the local pressure systems?
During the daytime in a coastal area, if the air over the land is significantly warmer than the air over the sea, what effect will this have on the local pressure systems?
Which of the following scenarios would most likely result in heavy rainfall?
Which of the following scenarios would most likely result in heavy rainfall?
Which conditions are conducive to the formation of a strong land breeze?
Which conditions are conducive to the formation of a strong land breeze?
How might deforestation on a large scale affect monsoon patterns in a region?
How might deforestation on a large scale affect monsoon patterns in a region?
During the transition period between Amihan and Habagat, what type of weather conditions might be expected in the Philippines?
During the transition period between Amihan and Habagat, what type of weather conditions might be expected in the Philippines?
If a coastal city is experiencing a prolonged period of drought, how might the local sea breeze patterns be affected?
If a coastal city is experiencing a prolonged period of drought, how might the local sea breeze patterns be affected?
How can the understanding of the ITCZ’s location help in predicting weather patterns?
How can the understanding of the ITCZ’s location help in predicting weather patterns?
Given the characteristics of Amihan and Habagat, how do these monsoons collectively contribute to the overall rainfall pattern in the Philippines throughout the year?
Given the characteristics of Amihan and Habagat, how do these monsoons collectively contribute to the overall rainfall pattern in the Philippines throughout the year?
Flashcards
Breezes
Breezes
Localized winds near bodies of water, common in coastal areas.
Sea Breeze
Sea Breeze
Wind during the daytime where air moves from sea to land.
Land Breeze
Land Breeze
Wind during the night where air moves from land to sea.
Monsoons
Monsoons
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Amihan
Amihan
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Habagat
Habagat
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Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ)
Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ)
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Wind
Wind
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Low pressure area
Low pressure area
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High pressure area
High pressure area
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