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 11 grams of water vapor per kilogram of air 14 grams of water vapor per kilogram of air

Explanation:

Step1: Observe the color - scale

The color - scale at the bottom of the map shows specific humidity in grams of water vapor per kilogram of air.

Step2: Identify the color in the outlined area

The color in the outlined area corresponds to a value on the scale. The color in the outlined area is in the range of 10 - 12 on the scale.

Answer:

11 grams of water vapor per kilogram of air