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Lab: Weather Patterns — Unit test

Question 12 • {HS} Earth and Space Science Sem. 1

What leads to the formation of a windchill factor?

Answer
A
Earth’s rotation influences air movement along a curved path.
B
Air flows steadily from different directions at certain wind speeds.
C
Warm air rises when an area of high pressure is present over land.
D
There is a change in air temperature and increase in high wind speeds.

Explanation

Wind chill describes how cold it feels when wind increases heat loss from exposed skin. It depends on the air temperature together with the wind speed; stronger winds make the same temperature feel colder. Therefore, the best choice is “There is a change in air temperature and increase in high wind speeds.”

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