Unit 4 Weather and Climate Review

A collection of flashcards summarizing key terms related to weather and climate based on the lecture notes.

Weather

Short term weather events.

Climate

Long term patterns of weather.

Altitude

The height of the sun in the sky which affects temperature and sunbeam spread.

Density

Mass per unit volume of a substance; for air, affects pressure.

Pressure

The force exerted by the weight of air above a given point; influenced by volume and temperature.

Low Pressure System

Associated with warmer temperatures and a higher likelihood of precipitation.

High Pressure System

Associated with cooler temperatures and drier weather.

Dew Point

The temperature at which air becomes saturated with moisture and dew forms.

Relative Humidity

The amount of moisture in the air compared to the maximum amount the air can hold at a given temperature.

Coriolis Effect

The curvature of the path of winds due to the Earth’s rotation.

Specific Heat

The amount of heat required to change a substance's temperature, high specific heat means it heats and cools slowly.

Ocean Currents

Large-scale movement of water within the world's oceans, driven by factors including wind and temperature.