Homework 9

This assignment is due on Monday, December 5 at the beginning of the lecture.

 

  1. Why is it not possible to run a high resolution computer model to forecast the weather for the entire globe?
     
  2. One of the seven "primitive equations" is called "Continuity". What does "continuity" mean in this context?
     
  3. One of the seven "primitive equations" is called "Conservation of Water Vapor". What does this mean for the model?
     
  4. Describe the weather conditions under which you might observe an "superior mirage".
     
  5. Describe the weather of a "type C" climate in summer and winter.
     
  6. Describe the weather of a "type D" climate in summer and winter.
     
  7. Describe two ways latitude influences climate.
     
  8. Describe how proximity to large bodies of water influences climate.
     
  9. Explain how sprinkler systems are used to prevent frost damage in orchards.
     
  10. Explain how smudge fires are used to prevent frost damage in orchards.
     
  11. Explain why scientists think that spreading oil or a soapy foam on the surface of the ocean would weaken hurricanes.  Then, explain why the plan is not feasible.