Chapter 2 - The Atmosphere

Winter temperatures

are warmer in the Southern United States and cooler in the northwest.

Earth's rotation

on an axis causes winds to not travel straight.

Cyclones

are developed from multiple separate storms.

atmosphere

The is split up into multiple layers.

Gamma Rays

, X- Rays, UV radiation make the temperature rise.

Tornadoes

are caused by a singular storm.

Troposphere

Atmospheric layer where weather occurs.

Stratosphere

Atmospheric layer that causes temperature increases due to the UV radiation in it.

Mesosphere

Coldest atmospheric layer where ice clouds occur.

Thermosphere

Atmospheric layer where molecules are converted into ions.

Coriolis Effect

An effect where Earth’s rotation on an axis causes winds to not travel straight.

Polar Vortex

Low pressure zone that lies above both poles with a large mass of cold air.

Hurricanes

The most severe weather phenomenon on the planet.

Monsoons

Strong, violent winds that change direction with the seasons, blowing from cold to warm regions.