Earth's Weather Systems — Test Answers

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Arrange the steps of a Hadley cell in the correct sequence. Place the first step at the top of the list.

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What trend is observed in both systems between relative humidity and updraft speed?

As humidity increases, updraft speed generally increases.

As humidity increases, updraft speed generally decreases.

Humidity does not affect updraft speed.

Updraft speed changes randomly with humidity.

What best explains the shift in rainfall patterns described in these two regions?

Disrupted convection zones caused irregular monsoons and regional drought.

The jet stream shifted and altered air pressure and seasonal rainfall paths.

Weakening trade winds reduced ocean upwelling and shifted heat eastward.

A buildup of warm water altered evaporation and rainfall patterns across the Pacific.

Determine whether each statement is supported by the graph or not.

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What is the most likely cause of the weather change between 11:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.?

a high-pressure system brought fog

a cold front pushed in cooler, moist air

a tropical air mass stalled over the region

a warm front brought clear skies

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