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? 7 grams of water vapor per kilogram of air 12 grams of water vapor per kilogram of air 14 grams of water vapor per kilogram of air

Explanation:

Step1: Observe the color - coding on the map

The map has a color - scale at the bottom indicating specific humidity (g/kg).

Step2: Identify the color of the outlined area

The outlined area is in a purple - shade which corresponds to a specific humidity value on the scale.

Step3: Match the color to the value

The purple color in the outlined area corresponds to 7 grams of water vapor per kilogram of air on the provided scale.

Answer:

7 grams of water vapor per kilogram of air