54. More Weather Theory

Question 1

The variations of solar radiation on the Earth’s surface create:

Answer 1

Changes in weather.

Question 2

Seasonal variations of solar radiation primarily occur because the axis of the Earth is tilted. During June through August the Sun is:

Answer 2

Higher in the sky in the northern hemisphere.

Question 3

The presence of cumulus clouds indicate:

Answer 3

Unstable air with clearer visibility.

Question 4

Stratus clouds that are producing precipitation are called:

Answer 4

Nimbostratus.

Question 5

Which type of clouds should you always avoid?

Answer 5

Cumulonimbus clouds.

Question 6

Humid air at the surface, especially in summer, can cause:

Answer 6

Instability and the formation of afternoon thunderstorms.

Question 7

If the temperature is constant or increases as altitude increases the air is:

Answer 7

Stable.

Question 8

Wind shear can be defined as:

Answer 8

A change in wind direction or wind speed.

Question 9

Winds behind a cold front are usually from the:

Answer 9

West or Northwest.

Question 10

Frost on the wing of an airplane:

Answer 10

Should always be removed before flying.