Dr. CliffMass on being a responsible weather consumer and weather in the Pacific

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Dr. CliffMass on being a responsible weather consumer and weather in the Pacific Northwest. 1What is the best and most comprehensive source for weather information? TV Online and mobile Radio Print newspapers 2)What does a weather radar echo show you? Wind Lightning Precipitation Tornadoes 3)TRUE or FALSE: There is some skill in the Farmer's Almanac at predicting year to year weather variations. True False )Choose the two factors discussed in lecture that influence microclimates. (A microclimate is when climate changes considerably in a short distance.) Proximity to water Proximity to an airport Topography Sound pollution Proximity to a weather station 5) Select the statement that is TRUE. A rainshadow refers to where there is enhanced precipitation on the windward side mountain. A rainshadow refers to where there is reduced precipitation on the windward side of mountain. A rainsbadow refers to where there is reduced precipitation on the leeward side of a mountain. A rainshadow refers to where there is enhanced precipitation on the leeward side of mountain.

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1) Online and mobile

Explanation : In this era of digital world, mobiles and online websites are well equipped with the best weather information apps that are the best and comprehensive source for weather information. They are proven to provide accurate weather forecasts.

2) Precipitation

Explanation : Weather echo radar is used to locate precipitation and its motion or type ( rain, sleet, hail, snow).

3) True

Explanation : There is some skill in the Farmer's Almanac at predicting year to year weather variations because they use some secret mathematical and astronomical formulas for weather predictions.

4) Proximity to water and Topography

Explanation : Water affects microclimate because at a particular region, the presence of reservoirs and lakes can create a more moderate climate whereas streams, ponds and other bodies of water will impact upon the temperature of the surrounding areas. Thus proximity to water is a cause. Also, topography influences microclimate because the shape of a land has a significant impact on microclimates and weather patterns get disrupted at the local level by topographical features such as slope and aspect(the direction that a slope faces).

5) A rainshadow refers to where there is reduced precipitation on the leeward side of a mountain.

Explanation : Rainshadow area refers to the leeward side of a mountain where the moisture laden winds do not reach and hence no rainfall occurs.

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