Refer to the sketch below of a synoptic weather map - NSC Geography - Question 1 - 2023 - Paper 1
Question 1
Refer to the sketch below of a synoptic weather map. Complete the statements in COLUMN A with the options from COLUMN B (page 4). Write only Y or N next to the quest... show full transcript
Worked Solution & Example Answer:Refer to the sketch below of a synoptic weather map - NSC Geography - Question 1 - 2023 - Paper 1
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1.2.1 The relationship between slopes and the sun's rays is referred to as ...
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The relationship between slopes and the sun's rays is referred to as insolation. Insolation describes the amount of solar energy received on a surface over a period.
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1.2.2 The surface factor from A to B is intensified because it is ...
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The surface factor is intensified because it is receiving direct sunrays, which means that more solar energy is absorbed, leading to higher temperatures.
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1.2.3 The climatological phenomenon occurring at point C is ...
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The climatological phenomenon occurring at point C is radiation fog. This type of fog develops when the ground loses heat at night, cooling the air immediately above it.
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1.2.4 Dense vegetation is found in the shadow zone due to ... conditions.
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Dense vegetation is found in the shadow zone due to moist conditions, which provide the necessary humidity and nutrients for plant growth.
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1.2.5 Which graph below represents the change in temperature from the rural area to the urban area?
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The graph that represents the change in temperature from the rural area to the urban area is likely B, as it shows an increase in temperature corresponding with urbanization, influenced by the heat island effect.
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1.2.6 The reason for the change in temperature (answer to QUESTION 1.2.5) is due to ... surfaces and ... storm-water systems in urban areas.
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The reason for the change in temperature is due to (i) artificial surfaces and (ii) storm-water systems in urban areas, which absorb and retain heat differently than rural areas.
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1.2.7 The wind direction from the rural areas to urban areas is influenced by ... temperatures and ... air pressure in urban areas.
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The wind direction is influenced by warmer temperatures and lower air pressure in urban areas, creating a convection current that draws winds from cooler rural areas.
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1.2.8 The urban area will experience ... cloud cover with an ... in precipitation than the rural area.
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The urban area will experience more cloud cover with an increase in precipitation compared to the rural area due to enhanced heat and moisture retention from urban surfaces.
