Question 1

A prognostic chart:

Accepted Answer

A)  is used to pinpoint the current location of fronts. 
B)  displays numerical forecasts for future conditions in precipitation, wind speed, and upper air flow. 
C)  is used to explain the causes of thunderstorms as they are happening. 
D)  evaluates past weather conditions to predict future ones. 
A)  is used to pinpoint the current location of fronts. 
B)  displays numerical forecasts for future conditions in precipitation, wind speed, and upper air flow. 
C)  is used to explain the causes of thunderstorms as they are happening. 
D)  evaluates past weather conditions to predict future ones.

Question 2

According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency, only 20 percent of all declared emergencies are weather related.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

On a surface- level synoptic weather chart, a front is often identified by zones that exhibit:

Accepted Answer

A)  gradual changes in pressure. 
B)  a strong jet stream. 
C)  abrupt changes in temperature, humidity, and wind direction. 
D)  clear skies. 
A)  gradual changes in pressure. 
B)  a strong jet stream. 
C)  abrupt changes in temperature, humidity, and wind direction. 
D)  clear skies.

A prognostic chart:

According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency, only 20 percent of all declared emergencies are weather related.

On a surface- level synoptic weather chart, a front is often identified by zones that exhibit:

Introduction to the Atmosphere

Heating Earths Surface and Atmosphere

Temperature

Moisture and Atmospheric Stability

Forms of Condensation and Precipitation

Air Pressure and Winds

Circulation of the Atmosphere

Air Masses

Weather Patterns

Thunderstorms and Tornadoes

Hurricanes

Air Pollution

The Changing Climate

World Climates

Optical Phenomena of the Atmosphere

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Exam 12: Weather Analysis and Forecasting

A prognostic chart:

According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency, only 20 percent of all declared emergencies are weather related.

On a surface- level synoptic weather chart, a front is often identified by zones that exhibit:

Introduction to the Atmosphere

Heating Earths Surface and Atmosphere

Temperature

Moisture and Atmospheric Stability

Forms of Condensation and Precipitation

Air Pressure and Winds

Circulation of the Atmosphere

Air Masses

Weather Patterns

Thunderstorms and Tornadoes

Hurricanes

Air Pollution

The Changing Climate

World Climates

Optical Phenomena of the Atmosphere

Filters