Question 1

Below is a diagram of continents observed on a planet identical to the Earth, but which rotates in the opposite direction. Points $ A-G $ represent different cities on these continents.

-Two inland cities are located at the same latitude and within 50 km of each other. City A has an annual mean that is 12°C lower than City B. What control is the most likely cause for the much lower annual mean at City A?

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Question 2

A dry location is more likely than a humid location to have its maximum temperature in the late afternoon.

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In a dry climate, the lack of moisture in the air allows for rapid heating during the day, resulting in the highest temperature occurring in the late afternoon or early evening. In humid climates, the moisture in the air can act as a temperature regulator, keeping the maximum temperature from peaking in the late afternoon.

Question 3

A growing trend in urban design is the concept of a rooftop garden. If every building in a city were to install a rooftop garden, how might the urban heat island be affected? Describe and explain at least two different impacts you might observe.

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Question 4

Below is a diagram of continents observed on a planet identical to the Earth, but which rotates in the opposite direction. Points $ A-G $ represent different cities on these continents.

-Is the temperature at City B likely warmer or colder than the temperature at City C?

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Question 5

The daily range of temperatures depends only on the amount of solar radiation received.

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The daily range of temperatures also depends on factors such as humidity, cloud cover, wind, and air pressure changes.

Question 6

The melting point of ice is 32°C.

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The melting point of ice is 0°C (32°F).

Question 7

Thermistors are electrical thermometers commonly used in radiosondes.

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Thermistors are commonly used in radiosondes to measure temperature.

Question 8

During a typical day, the lowest temperature usually occurs about midnight.

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The lowest temperature during a typical day usually occurs just after sunrise, due to the earth continuing to lose heat throughout the night until the sun rises and starts warming the surface again.

Question 9

Air temperature drops when the rate of terrestrial energy loss is less than the rate of solar energy gain.

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When the rate of terrestrial energy loss is less than the rate of solar energy gain, the air temperature increases, not drops. This is because the excess solar energy is absorbed by the Earth's surface, which in turn radiates some of the energy back into the atmosphere as heat. This process warms the air and increases its temperature.

Question 10

The calculations of growing degree days, heating degree days and cooling degree days all require ________to be known.

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Question 11

Below is a diagram of continents observed on a planet identical to the Earth, but which rotates in the opposite direction. Points $ A-G $ represent different cities on these continents.

-What season (winter or summer) is the Northern Hemisphere experiencing?

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Question 12

In addition to a good quality thermometer, list three factors that are needed to obtain an accurate temperature reading.

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Question 13

The seasonal shift of isotherms is greater over the continents than over the ocean.

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The large heat capacity of ocean water moderates the seasonal shift of temperatures, resulting in smaller temperature changes compared to continents with less water mass.

Question 14

Below is a diagram of continents observed on a planet identical to the Earth, but which rotates in the opposite direction. Points $ A-G $ represent different cities on these continents.

-Is the ocean current influencing City A cold or warm?

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Question 15

A leeward coastal city will display climate patterns typical of a continental climate, even though they are located on the coast of an ocean.

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A leeward coastal city is shielded from oceanic influences by mountains, leading to more continental climate characteristics such as greater temperature extremes.

Question 16

Latitude is a major control of temperature since latitude determines the Sun angle.

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Latitude determines the angle at which the Sun's rays strike the Earth, which affects the amount of energy and heat received, thus controlling the temperature in that region. Areas closer to the equator receive higher amounts of direct sunlight and heat, resulting in warmer temperatures, while regions farther from the equator receive lower amounts of sunlight and cooler temperatures.

Question 17

The warmest temperature ever recorded in the United States occurred in Death Valley, CA.

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Question 18

Less water is available for evaporation in cities. Why is this so?

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Question 19

The California coast is influenced by a cold ocean current.

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Question 20

Below is a diagram of continents observed on a planet identical to the Earth, but which rotates in the opposite direction. Points $ A-G $ represent different cities on these continents.

-If no ocean currents existed and the winds were from the west (left), which City (E or G) would have the lower annual temperature range?

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Quiz 3: Temperature

A dry location is more likely than a humid location to have its maximum temperature in the late afternoon.

A growing trend in urban design is the concept of a rooftop garden. If every building in a city were to install a rooftop garden, how might the urban heat island be affected? Describe and explain at least two different impacts you might observe.

Below is a diagram of continents observed on a planet identical to the Earth, but which rotates in the opposite direction. Points $A-G$ represent different cities on these continents. -Is the temperature at City B likely warmer or colder than the temperature at City C?

The daily range of temperatures depends only on the amount of solar radiation received.

The melting point of ice is 32°C.

Thermistors are electrical thermometers commonly used in radiosondes.

During a typical day, the lowest temperature usually occurs about midnight.

Air temperature drops when the rate of terrestrial energy loss is less than the rate of solar energy gain.

The calculations of growing degree days, heating degree days and cooling degree days all require ________to be known.

Below is a diagram of continents observed on a planet identical to the Earth, but which rotates in the opposite direction. Points $A-G$ represent different cities on these continents. -What season (winter or summer) is the Northern Hemisphere experiencing?

In addition to a good quality thermometer, list three factors that are needed to obtain an accurate temperature reading.

The seasonal shift of isotherms is greater over the continents than over the ocean.

Below is a diagram of continents observed on a planet identical to the Earth, but which rotates in the opposite direction. Points $A-G$ represent different cities on these continents. -Is the ocean current influencing City A cold or warm?

A leeward coastal city will display climate patterns typical of a continental climate, even though they are located on the coast of an ocean.

Latitude is a major control of temperature since latitude determines the Sun angle.

The warmest temperature ever recorded in the United States occurred in Death Valley, CA.

Less water is available for evaporation in cities. Why is this so?

The California coast is influenced by a cold ocean current.

Quiz 3: Temperature

A dry location is more likely than a humid location to have its maximum temperature in the late afternoon.

A growing trend in urban design is the concept of a rooftop garden. If every building in a city were to install a rooftop garden, how might the urban heat island be affected? Describe and explain at least two different impacts you might observe.

Below is a diagram of continents observed on a planet identical to the Earth, but which rotates in the opposite direction. Points A−G A-G A−G represent different cities on these continents. -Is the temperature at City B likely warmer or colder than the temperature at City C?

The daily range of temperatures depends only on the amount of solar radiation received.

The melting point of ice is 32°C.

Thermistors are electrical thermometers commonly used in radiosondes.

During a typical day, the lowest temperature usually occurs about midnight.

Air temperature drops when the rate of terrestrial energy loss is less than the rate of solar energy gain.

The calculations of growing degree days, heating degree days and cooling degree days all require ________to be known.

Below is a diagram of continents observed on a planet identical to the Earth, but which rotates in the opposite direction. Points A−G A-G A−G represent different cities on these continents. -What season (winter or summer) is the Northern Hemisphere experiencing?

In addition to a good quality thermometer, list three factors that are needed to obtain an accurate temperature reading.

The seasonal shift of isotherms is greater over the continents than over the ocean.

Below is a diagram of continents observed on a planet identical to the Earth, but which rotates in the opposite direction. Points A−G A-G A−G represent different cities on these continents. -Is the ocean current influencing City A cold or warm?

A leeward coastal city will display climate patterns typical of a continental climate, even though they are located on the coast of an ocean.

Latitude is a major control of temperature since latitude determines the Sun angle.

The warmest temperature ever recorded in the United States occurred in Death Valley, CA.

Less water is available for evaporation in cities. Why is this so?

The California coast is influenced by a cold ocean current.

Below is a diagram of continents observed on a planet identical to the Earth, but which rotates in the opposite direction. Points $A-G$ represent different cities on these continents. -Is the temperature at City B likely warmer or colder than the temperature at City C?

Below is a diagram of continents observed on a planet identical to the Earth, but which rotates in the opposite direction. Points $A-G$ represent different cities on these continents. -What season (winter or summer) is the Northern Hemisphere experiencing?

Below is a diagram of continents observed on a planet identical to the Earth, but which rotates in the opposite direction. Points $A-G$ represent different cities on these continents. -Is the ocean current influencing City A cold or warm?