Weather Anticyclones/High Pressure Systems

Question 1

Are anticyclones formed by RISING or SINKING air?

Answer 1

Sinking air

Question 2

Are anticyclones also called HIGH PRESSURE or LOW PRESSURE systems?

Answer 2

High pressure systems

Question 3

Are the isobars CLOSE TOGETHER or FAR APART in an anticyclone?

Answer 3

Far apart

Question 4

Do anticyclones bring STRONG WINDS or GENTLE WINDS?

Answer 4

Gentle winds

Question 5

Do anticyclones bring CLOUDS & RAIN or CLEAR SKIES?

Answer 5

Clear skies

Question 6

Are anticyclones associated with any WEATHER FRONTS?

Answer 6

No

Question 7

In summer what kind of weather will an anticyclone bring?

Answer 7

Dry hot, sunny with calm winds

Question 8

In winter what kind of weather will an anticyclone bring?

Answer 8

Dry, very cold, sunny with calm winds

Question 9

Why might an anticyclone cause problems for arable/crop farmers in the early spring/summer?

Answer 9

Drought might damage the crops

Question 10

Why might an anticyclone cause problems for the emergency services in the early winter?

Answer 10

People might slip on ice and increased risk of road accidents