Author Question: Taken as a whole, the large scale or general circulation patterns of the atmosphere exist: A) ... (Read 29 times)

cdr_15 · **on:** Jul 14, 2018

Taken as a whole, the large scale or general circulation patterns of the atmosphere exist:

A) because of the earth's rotation.
B) as a result of the different landforms on Earth's surface.
C) as nature's method of balancing heat energy differences.
D) as a cause of temperature contrasts.
E) as a result of Earth's motion through space.

Question 2

What is necessary in order for clouds to form when the atmosphere is absolutely stable?

A) an environmental lapse rate less than 5C
B) a high degree of subsidence
C) cooling of the air mass from below
D) a lifting mechanism other than convection (such as a front)