Maths questions for CLI2201 Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
Geostrophic model: can be calculated from balance between what?
A
PFG and CF
2
Q
1 Pascal =
A
1kg per m per s^2
3
Q
1 hPa = ?? pascals
A
100
4
Q
Geostrophic model: In equation ♣p / ♣x = ẟ x f x v
What does each component of the equation stand for?
♣ = triangle
A
♣p = change of pressure ♣x = change of distance
ẟ = density of air f = coriolis parameter / flux v = velocity
5
Q
What is pressure gradient’s physical unit?
A
Pascals per metre
6
Q
The ♣p sign in a geostrophic model can be roughly calculated (if stuck) using what?
A
High Pressure (1030) - Low Pressure (1010)
7
Q
Energy balance model: How many kelvins in 0 degrees celsius?
A
273.15
