Question

the map below shows humidity in the lower atmosphere on october 17, 2013. the map shows specific humidity, a measurement of the amount of water vapor in the air. the outlined area shows an air mass that influenced weather in north america on that day. look at the map. then, answer the question below. data source: united states national oceanic and atmospheric administration/earth system research laboratory, physical sciences division which specific humidity level was measured within the outlined area shown? 4 grams of water vapor per kilogram of air 9 grams of water vapor per kilogram of air 12 grams of water vapor per kilogram of air

Explanation:

By observing the color - coded map, the outlined area corresponds to a specific humidity value range. Matching the color of the outlined area to the legend at the bottom of the map, we can determine the specific humidity level. The color for the outlined area matches the value indicating 4 grams of water vapor per kilogram of air.

Answer:

4 grams of water vapor per kilogram of air