Earth Science: Geology, the Environment, and the Universe, New York

Section 4: Weather Analysis

Weather Analysis

1.
What are four- to seven-day forecasts based on?
A)patterns and cycles
B)current weather
C)circulation patterns of the troposphere
D)observation of cloud and precipitation movement
2.
A forecast that relies on numerical data is called __________.
A)an analog forecast
B)a station model
C)an isopleth
D)a digital forecast
3.
A forecast that involves comparing current weather patterns to past weather patterns is called __________.
A)a digital forecast
B)an analog forecast
C)a station model
D)an isobar
4.
Which location on the map shows an area of low pressure?
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A)Winnipeg, Canada
B)Syracuse, New York
C)Winslow, Arizona
D)Atlanta, Georgia
5.
According to the station model shown in the figure, how much has the barometric pressure changed over the last three hours?
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A)--1.2 millibars
B)--12 millibars
C)12 millibars
D)1.2 millibars
6.
A __________ is a record of weather data for a particular location and time.
A)station model
B)isopleth
C)ceilometer
D)digital forecast
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