Question

1. why do the winds curve as shown by the arrows?(1) earth rotates on its axis.(2) earth revolves around the sun.(3) the heating of earths surface is uneven.(4) the moon pulls on earths atmosphere.15. which wind belt has the greatest effect on the summer climate of new york state?(1) polar easterlies(2) southeast trades(3) prevailing southwesterlies(4) prevailing southeasterlies16. why do wet conditions generally occur where the northeast and southeast trade winds meet?(1) this region has only ocean areas.(2) rain is common in anticyclones.(3) convergence heats the air.(4) clouds form in rising air currents.

Explanation:

For Question 14:

The curving of winds is caused by the Coriolis effect, which results from Earth's rotation on its axis.

For Question 15:

New York State is in the mid-latitudes, where the prevailing southwesterly winds dominate and influence its summer climate by bringing warm, moist air.

For Question 16:

Where the northeast and southeast trade winds meet (the intertropical convergence zone), the air converges and rises. Rising air cools, condenses, forms clouds, and leads to wet conditions.

Answer:

1. (1) Earth rotates on its axis.
2. (3) prevailing southwesterlies
3. (4) Clouds form in rising air currents.