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When air moves upward to areas of less pressure what often forms?
fog
What type of cloud is often formed by fog lifting in the morning?
What type of cloud that is often formed by fog lifting in the morning?
Why icebergs are often surroundedby fog?
no idea
Different types of fog?
There are two types of fog, advection fog and radiation, or ground fog. Advection fog is common along the pacific coast of the United States. Warm, moist air over the Pacific Ocean is blown inward. The other kind of fog is radiation, or ground fog. This fog is common lots of places. It forms when a layer of warm, moist air forms low to the ground.
Why Newfoundland has thick fog all the year around?
Because two ocean currents meet- the cold Labrador Current and the warm Gulf Stream. The associated airmasses mix- warm air from Gulf Stream is warm and moist, Labrador cold, so the moisture in the warm air cools and condenses.
Why does san fransisco have so much fog?
the cool ocean current cools the air along the coast, causing water vapor in the atmosphere to condense and form fog.
What happens when the Labrador current meets or mixes with the Gulf Stream?
It creates a lot of fog.
Where can fog be prevalent?
Usually (but not always) at the coast.
What does kaohu mean?
"Kaohu" is a Hawaiian word that means mist or fog. It is often used to describe the mist that hangs over the mountains or coast in Hawaii.
What word does Alexandria fog and coast have in common?
Lighthouse
Why does a layer of fog often form over the ground in the early morning?
If the previous day was very warm, and the overnight air is very cool, ground fog is common in the morning.
Why do maritime polar masses have more effect on the west coast than on the west coast?
Because even in the summer the masses of cool humid air often bring fog, rain, and cool temperatures. ✏️
How does the Labrador current disrupt North Atlantic shipping lanes?
The Labrador Current is a cold ocean current that flows southward along the coast of Labrador and Newfoundland in Canada. It can impact North Atlantic shipping lanes by creating thick fog, strong winds, and rough seas, making navigation more difficult and hazardous for ships in the area. The cold water temperature can also affect the stability and performance of ships passing through these waters.
Why do cities near the coast have more fog than cities in the country?
Fog is water suspended in the air. The more water that is nearby, the higher the chance of fog.
Why does fog not form in summers?
Fog can form during summer, depending on where you are. It depends on where you are located geographically. You may be in a location where fog forms very rarely.
When air moves upward to areas of less pressure what often forms?
fog
Why does fog form on your mirror?
Due to the difference in the temperature, the molecules form a layer on the mirror ! That is what we call Fog !
