CPAER - Meteorology Review With Complete Solutions!!

Describe the composition of the atmosphere - ANSWER-78% nitrogen, 21% oxygen, water vapor, argon, carbon dioxide, and ozone What substances can act as condensation nuclei? - ANSWER-Organic and non organic substances that range form microscopic to visible. ie. smoke, pollen, spores, soil, or salt (form ocean spray) Source: Air Command Weather Manual pg. 2-1 Where are concentrations of condensation nuclei highest? - ANSWER-Concentrations of condensation nuclei are comparatively higher around cities and industrial areas compared to rural areas or the sea. Source: Air Command Weather Manual pg. 2-1 What are the layers of the atmosphere - ANSWER-troposphere, stratosphere, mesosphere, thermosphere In which layer of the atmosphere does weather occur? - ANSWER-Troposphere When and why does the most violent weather occur? - ANSWER-Violent weather occurs in warm and moist air masses. Warm air can hold more moisture than cold air and subsequently more energy is released as latent heat.