Introduction To Meteorology
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This quiz is designed to test the student's background knowledge of basic weather principles. It is a way for the Instructor to know how much time should be devoted to certain areas of the course. And, the quiz score is not reflected in the student's grade.
Questions and Answers
- 1.
What is the definition of Meteorology in your own words?
- A.
A job to read meters
- B.
Scientific study of the atmosphere
- C.
Profession only to make forecasts
Correct Answer
B. Scientific study of the atmosphereExplanation
Meteorology is specifically the study of the atmosphere. It covers many areas of study from our Sun and Moon, Atmospheric Gases, our Seasons, Clouds, Precipitation, Severe Weather and Forecasting.Rate this question:
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- 2.
There are 2 seasons throughout the year?
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
False. While there are locations in the country have that a variation of weather and climate, there are 4 seasons. Some people think that we only have Winter and Summer, but there is also a Spring and Fall season.Rate this question:
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- 3.
It takes how many hours for our Earth to rotate in a day?
- A.
24
- B.
12
- C.
6
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A. 24 -
- 4.
Clouds bring beauty to our sky. But, when they become large and full of moisture, they create what?
- A.
A cloudy sky
- B.
Nothing
- C.
Precipitaion
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C. PrecipitaionExplanation
Clouds usually form slowly and grow as the moisture supply feeding them increases. Once the cloud reaches 100% saturation, it can no longer hold the moisture as water droplets or snow crystals and they fall to the Earth in the form of Precipitation.Rate this question:
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The Greenhouse Effect and subsequent Global Warming issue has cause for concern. It basically states that the atmosphere is doing what?
- A.
Cooling down
- B.
Heating Up
- C.
Neither
Correct Answer
B. Heating UpExplanation
The Greenhouse Effect means that the greenhouse gases (oxygen, carbon dioxide, water vapor, nitrogen,etc) are absorbing the sun's energy that is trying to escape back out into Space. This process traps the heat from the Sun and allows the atmosphere to gradually heat up around the globe with time.Rate this question:
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Tornadoes have been a big problem for forecasters and the public this year. There have been many tornado disasters in the country that have led to a great amount of damage and loss of life. Where is the safest place to seek shelter in your home?
- A.
Crawl Space
- B.
Basement
- C.
Interior Room such as a Bathroom or Closet
Correct Answer
B. BasementExplanation
If your are in the path of a tornado, the safest place is in the Basement if you have one. It is deemed the lowest part of the house and the best shelter. Otherwise, an interior room like a bathroom or closet would be the next safest place. A Crawl Space does not offer much room and is not easily accessible if a person has to hide quickly.Rate this question:
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A Tornado Watch means conditions are favorable for the development of tornadoes, while a Tornado Warning means that a tornado has been sighted and may be moving in your direction?
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
You should have answered True. Tornado Watches imply that a person should get ready for the threat of tornadoes, and move outdoor items inside and round up a radio, cell phone, and maybe blankets if a Tornado develops. A Tornado Warning means one has been sighted in your area, so you should seek shelter.Rate this question:
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- 8.
How long does it take the sunlight to reach the Earth?
- A.
7 minutes
- B.
5 minutes
- C.
1 hour
Correct Answer
A. 7 minutesExplanation
The correct answer is 7 minutes. Scientists calculate that the Sun's light must travel 93 million miles and at the Speed of Light to reach our planet.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Our Winter Season has the ______________ amount of daylight, while our Summers have the _______ amount of sunlight?
Correct Answer
least, mostExplanation
The correct answer is least and most. The Winter Season gives our planet the least amount of daylight per day and the most amount of darkness, while the Summer Season does the opposite.Rate this question:
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If your hair were to stand up, and a storm is nearby, does this mean that lightning is?
- A.
Far away and won't matter
- B.
About to strike you
- C.
Neither
Correct Answer
B. About to strike youExplanation
The correct answer is that lightning is about to strike you. The negative and positive charges in the atmosphere is what causes lightning. When they attract each other, they meet with a flash. And if your hair starts to stand up, it may mean that these charges are to about to meet and result in a flash of lightning in your location. This could kill you.Rate this question:
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