Weather Forecasting Answers
0 verified answers3 views
1
Free Preview
Examine the weather map.
A
Rain is expected in Billings.B
It will be cold in Atlanta.C
Miami will have sunny weather.D
Minneapolis will be stormy.2
Free Preview
How are computers used in producing weather forecasts?
A
They compile data from multiple instruments.B
They collect air temperature and air pressure data.C
They eliminate the need for human meteorologists.D
They transmit data on developing weather systems from space.3
What role does the Automated Surface Observing Systems (ASOS) play in weather forecasting?
A
It is a fleet of weather balloons.B
It is a system of radar sensors used to track storms.C
It is the nation's primary weather-observing network.D
It provides weather reports much like the National Weather Service.4
Examine the air pressure map.
A
isobarB
isothermC
radarD
humidity5
How is radar used to forecast weather?
A
It shows areas of high and low pressure.B
It collects data in the upper atmosphere.C
It collects weather data as part of a network around the country.D
It locates and tracks storms, and follows the path of storm systems.6
What do isotherms show?
A
points of equal humidityB
points of equal wind speedC
points of equal air pressureD
points of equal temperature7
Which tools do meteorologists use to collect data about the weather?
A
satellitesB
weather frontsC
maps and chartsD
isolines8
Which description is accurate regarding newspaper maps?
A
are full of isobarsB
are simplified versions of complicated weather mapsC
are a good resource for long-range planningD
are used by meteorologists to create other maps9
What do weather maps display?
A
weather stationsB
environmental eventsC
atmospheric conditionsD
mathematical equations10
Which pieces of information does the National Weather Service produce?
A
simple mapsB
newspaper mapsC
long-range forecastsD
maps with isothermsDid you find these answers helpful?
Verified answers available
TRY EDGENUITY HACKS
- Auto Complete Exams
- Auto Complete Assignments
- Skip Videos Instantly
50,000+ students using this