Author Question: The weak Coriolis effect at the equator does not allow tropical cyclones to form. Indicate whether ... (Read 79 times)

james · **on:** Aug 22, 2018

The weak Coriolis effect at the equator does not allow tropical cyclones to form. Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Question 2

What is the tendency of pausing air masses over land?
a. They become low pressure systems when they pause.
b. They become high pressure systems when they pause.
c. They take on the characteristics of the land below them.
d. They finally become uniform in temperature, humidity, and density.

Ddddd · **Reply #1 on:** Aug 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: T
The atmosphere at the equator would support cyclone development, but there is not enough
momentum from the Coriolis effect to initiate the spinning motion. Information can be found in the
section Storms Are Variations in Large-Scale Atmospheric Circulation.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Air masses are already characterized as large bodies of air with uniform temperature, humidity, and
density. When air masses pause over land they acquire the characteristics of land. For example, cold,
dry land eventually makes the air mass above it cool and dry. Information can be found in the section
Storms Are Variations in Large-Scale Atmospheric Circulation.