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Chapter 2 Meteorology

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Chapter 2 Meteorology

The document contains a series of questions related to meteorology, focusing on topics such as the El Niño Southern Oscillation, greenhouse gases, climate change consequences, deforestation, weather versus climate, hurricane formation, tornado formation, hailstorms, flash floods, and safety during thunderstorms. Each question provides multiple-choice answers that highlight key concepts in meteorology and climate science. The content is structured for educational purposes, likely aimed at students in a general science course.

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Coronel, Viness S.

Meteorology
BSE 3-4 General Science
Chapter 2

1. How does the El Niño Southern Oscillation (ENSO) affect global weather
patterns?
a) It has no significant effect.
b) It causes a shift in atmospheric pressure and ocean currents, leading to
changes in weather patterns worldwide.
c) It only affects the Pacific Ocean.
d) It causes increased hurricane activity in the Atlantic.

2. Explain the role of greenhouse gases in global warming.


a) They trap heat in the Earth's atmosphere.
b) They reflect sunlight back into space.
c) They increase the amount of oxygen in the atmosphere.
d) They decrease the amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.

3. What are some potential consequences of climate change?


a) Rising sea levels
b) More frequent and intense extreme weather events
c) Changes in precipitation patterns
d) All of the above

4. How does deforestation contribute to climate change?


a) Trees absorb carbon dioxide, so deforestation releases stored carbon into
the atmosphere.
b) Deforestation increases the amount of oxygen in the atmosphere.
c) Deforestation has no effect on climate change.
d) Deforestation increases cloud cover, leading to cooling.

5. What is the difference between weather and climate?


a) Weather is short-term, while climate is long-term.
b) Weather is a local phenomenon, while climate is a global phenomenon.
c) Weather describes atmospheric conditions, while climate describes long-
term patterns.
d) All of the above

6. What conditions are necessary for the formation of a hurricane?


a) Warm ocean water, low wind shear, and a pre-existing disturbance.
b) Cold ocean water, high wind shear, and a pre-existing disturbance.
c) Warm ocean water, high wind shear, and a pre-existing disturbance.
d) Cold ocean water, low wind shear, and a pre-existing disturbance.

7. How does a tornado form?


a) Through the collision of two air masses.
b) Through the rapid rotation of air within a thunderstorm.
c) Through the evaporation of water.
d) Through the melting of snow.

8. Why are hailstorms associated with severe thunderstorms?


a) Strong updrafts within the storm lift water droplets high into the
atmosphere where they freeze.
b) Hailstorms are not associated with severe thunderstorms.
c) Hailstones form in stable atmospheric conditions.
d) Hailstones are formed by the condensation of water vapor.

9. What is the primary danger associated with flash floods?


a) High winds
b) Rapidly rising water levels
c) Lightning strikes
d) Falling trees

10. How can you stay safe during a thunderstorm?


a) Seek shelter indoors.
b) Avoid contact with metal objects.
c) Stay away from windows.
d) All of the above

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