Question 1

Define a mid-latitude cyclone.

Accepted Answer

A low pressure cell which develops in the mid-latitudes and travels from west to east.

Answer

A system that causes flooding over the east coast of mozambique

Answer

A high pressure system at the coast.

Answer

A low pressure cell which travels from east to west.

Question 2

Identify the force that causes winds to deflect

Accepted Answer

Coriolis force

Answer

Pressure gradient force

Answer

The rotation of the earth

Answer

<P>Deflection </P>

Question 3

Choose the correct description of an air mass

Accepted Answer

A huge mass of air with similar temperatures and humidity.

Answer

A huge mass of air.

Answer

An air mass is warm air over the CBD.

Answer

An air mass is a large amount of air over an area.

Question 4

Type of weather conditions associated with Cumulonimbus clouds.

Accepted Answer

Heavy rain and thunderstorms

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