Question

the map below shows humidity in the lower atmosphere on september 12, 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 australia 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? 3 grams of water vapor per kilogram of air 11 grams of water vapor per kilogram of air 14 grams of water vapor per kilogram of air

Explanation:

Step1: Identify color - value relation

Check the color - scale at the bottom of the map.

Step2: Match color in outlined area

The outlined area is in a purple - colored region. The purple color in the scale corresponds to specific humidity values around 3 grams of water vapor per kilogram of air.

Answer:

3 grams of water vapor per kilogram of air