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Atmosphere final exam questions

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  • Q1
    Which is associated with an increase of chlorofluorocarbons in the environment?
    an increase in levels of methane gas in the atmosphere
    an increase in ozone levels in the upper atmosphere
    an increase in health risks associated with UV radiation
    an increase in acid precipitation
    30s
  • Q2
    Which storm most likely develops as air masses interact with the warm water in the northwest Pacific Ocean?
    tornado
    typhoon
    hurricane
    cyclone
    30s
  • Q3
    In which atmospheric layer of Earth do thunderstorms occur?
    stratosphere
    mesosphere
    troposphere
    thermosphere
    30s
  • Q4
    Which gas makes up the largest component of the Earth’s atmosphere?
    nitrogen
    carbon dioxide
    oxygen
    argon
    30s
  • Q5
    Which statement describes the general movement of air masses?
    They move from areas of low humidity to areas of high humidity.
    They move from areas of high pressure to areas of low pressure.
    They move from areas of high altitude to areas of low altitude.
    They move from areas of low temperature to areas of high temperature.
    30s
  • Q6
    Which most likely occurs when a fast-moving cold air mass moves into a region of warmer, moist air?
    it causes heavy precipitation for a long period of time.
    It causes light precipitation for a short period of time.
    It causes light precipitation for a long period of time
    It causes heavy precipitation for a short period of time.
    30s
  • Q7
    Which is a major source of air pollution created by humans?
    hydroelectric plants
    nuclear power
    reforestation
    industrial factories
    30s
  • Q8
    Which can lead to the depletion of the ozone layer of Earth?
    aerosols
    burning compost
    coal-burning factories
    vehicle exhaust
    30s
  • Q9
    Which contributes to the formation of hurricanes during the late summer?
    the interaction between ocean water temperatures and warm air masses
    the interaction between ocean water salinity and ocean water density
    the interaction between ocean water currents and polar air masses
    the interaction between ocean water salinity and warm air masses
    30s

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